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Antifungal Medications: Azoles, Echinocandins, and What You Need to Know About Safety
Azoles and echinocandins are two major classes of antifungal drugs used to treat serious fungal infections. Azoles are oral and broad-spectrum but carry high drug interaction and liver toxicity risks. Echinocandins are IV-only, safer for critically ill patients, and have fewer interactions. Understanding their differences is key to safe, effective treatment.