Drug Unit 5 & 7- Flucytosine Flashcards

1
Q

Mechanism of action

A

When the fungus attempts to construct DNA with

flucytosine, cell division is inhibited

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2
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therapeutic effects and uses

A

used to treat septicemia and pulmoary & UTIs caused by Candida & Cryptococcus

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3
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Black /box Warning

A

Monitor people renal impairment closely

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