Azole antifungals play a central role in the treatment and prevention of fungal infections, offering coverage against yeasts, molds, and dimorphic fungi depending on the agent. Each drug in this class comes with its own specific spectrum and set of indications. In a...
When treating herpes simplex virus (HSV) or varicella-zoster virus (VZV), two antiviral agents commonly used are acyclovir and valacyclovir. While both medications are effective, understanding their pharmacokinetic profiles, dosage forms, and clinical uses can help...
Azole antifungals are known for treating various types of yeast, molds, and dimorphic fungi, however, their safety profiles significantly vary, especially when it comes to hepatotoxicity, QT prolongation, and gastrointestinal (GI) effects. We will break down and...
Fluoroquinolones are broad-spectrum antibiotics used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. However, they have a long list of medication interactions that require careful consideration when prescribing and counseling. In this blog post, I will highlight my...
We’ve put together this crossword puzzle on sexually transmitted infections. If more crossword puzzles interest you pertaining to pharmacology and medications, you might enjoy our pharmacy technician crossword puzzle book or NAPLEX crossword puzzle book! The...
Fosfomycin is an antibiotic (discovered in 1969) that has been making a resurgence in popularity in the last few years due to its activity against both gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria. Currently, it is a treatment option for women with uncomplicated urinary...
