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Fluconazole.

P B Agrawal1, A Narang, P Kumar

  • 1Department of Pediatrics, Post Graduate Institute for Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh.

Indian Journal of Pediatrics
|November 1, 1996
PubMed
Summary
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Systemic candidiasis is rising in high-risk neonates. Fluconazole shows promise as a safe and effective antifungal treatment due to its favorable pharmacokinetic profile and minimal side effects.

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Area of Science:

  • Medical Mycology
  • Neonatal Medicine
  • Pharmacology

Background:

  • Systemic candidiasis incidence is increasing in neonates due to improved survival rates and invasive interventions.
  • Current antifungal therapies possess limitations and drawbacks, necessitating alternative treatments.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the potential utility of fluconazole as an antifungal agent in neonatal candidiasis.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of fluconazole's properties and existing case reports/studies in neonates and children.
  • Analysis of fluconazole's pharmacokinetic profile, including absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion.
  • Assessment of fluconazole's safety and efficacy based on reported adverse reactions and clinical outcomes.

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Main Results:

  • Fluconazole exhibits excellent oral absorption, a long half-life, and high concentrations in urine and cerebrospinal fluid (CSF).
  • It demonstrates a wide spectrum of antifungal activity and high specificity for the fungal cytochrome P450 system.
  • Minimal adverse reactions were observed, suggesting a favorable safety profile.

Conclusions:

  • Fluconazole presents a promising therapeutic option for neonatal candidiasis.
  • Its favorable pharmacokinetic properties and safety profile support its use in this vulnerable population.