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Does amphotericin have antiviral properties?

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No: Amphotericin is an antifungal agent, has no effect on viruses.

Dr Ali and another doctor agreed

Answered 9/15/2013

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Dr. Al Hegab answered

Specializes in Allergy and Immunology

No: Amphotericin with its different formulations is meant to treat serious fungal infections.

Answered 11/17/2013

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