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Flucytosine

Flucytosine

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Flucytosine is an anti-fungal agent which is a kind of antibiotic and antimicrobial.

Dr. Geoffrey Rutledge reviewed this

39 year experience in Internal Medicine

Drug Class

Anti fungal drug

Brands

Ancobon

Side Effects

Common

Spinning sensation
Chest pain
Balance problems
Confusion
Diarrhea
Fatigue
Headache
Itchy rash
Itching or burning
Abdominal pain
Vomiting
Nausea
Numbness or tingling
Paresthesia
Hallucinations
Rash
Chest pain or discomfort
Itchy skin

Serious

Rectal bleeding

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Apart from amphotercin B or flucytosine cream, What are some of the non azole Anti fungal creams to fight resistant Candidas strains?

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