Anti-infectives
- Umbrella for antibacterial/viral/fungal drugs
- Also includes mycobacterial + malaria therapy
- Organism + site determine drug choice
- Resistance and tissue penetration matter
- Host kidney/liver function changes dosing
- Narrow therapy when microbiology allows
Class at a glance
- Umbrella for antibacterial/viral/fungal drugs
Members / distinctions
- Also includes mycobacterial + malaria therapy
- Organism + site determine drug choice
Practical pearls
- Resistance and tissue penetration matter
Other member distinctions
- Host kidney/liver function changes dosing
- Narrow therapy when microbiology allows
Self-check
- Which major drug groups are included in Anti-infectives?
antibacterial/viral/fungal drugs.
Drugs in this class (139)
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