πŸ„ Chapter 279 Β· Principles of Antifungal Therapy

Nelson Textbook of Pediatrics 22nd Edition | Antifungal classes: Polyenes (amphotericin B, lipid formulations), Azoles (fluconazole, itraconazole, voriconazole, posaconazole, isavuconazole), Echinocandins (caspofungin, micafungin, anidulafungin), Pyrimidine analog (flucytosine). Pediatric dosing, adverse effects (hepatotoxicity, nephrotoxicity, QT prolongation), drug interactions (CYP450). Therapeutic drug monitoring for azoles.

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πŸ“‹ 30 Clinical Scenarios β€” Principles of Antifungal Therapy (Chapter 279)

πŸ“‡ High‑Yield Review Cards (Antifungal Agents)

🩺 Selecting Antifungal Therapy by Clinical Syndrome

Select a clinical scenario to guide antifungal selection.

πŸ“‹ Step‑by‑Step Approach to Antifungal Therapy

    πŸ’Š Antifungal Agents – Pediatric Dosing & Monitoring

    DrugPediatric DoseKey Monitoring

    ⚑ Clinical Reflex Prompts β€” Antifungal Therapy

    πŸ“– Summary: Principles of Antifungal Therapy