Correct Answer: D
Diflucan (Fluconazole) is an antifungal medicationused to treatsystemic and local fungal infections, including:
* Candidiasis (oral thrush, vaginal yeast infections)
* Cryptococcal meningitis
* Fungal infections in immunocompromised patients (HIV/AIDS, chemotherapy patients, etc.) Fluconazole works byinhibiting fungal ergosterol synthesis, which is essential for fungal cell membrane integrity.
* A. Bacterial infections##Incorrect
* Fluconazole does NOT treat bacterial infections; antibiotics are required instead.
* B. Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)##Incorrect
* Proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) or H2 blockers(e.g., omeprazole, ranitidine) are used for GERD.
* C. Altitude sickness##Incorrect
* Acetazolamide (Diamox) is used for altitude sickness, not fluconazole.
* FDA Fluconazole Drug Label- Confirms antifungal indications.
* Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) Guidelines- Lists fluconazole asa treatment for candidiasis and cryptococcal meningitis.
* PTCB PTCE Exam Content Outline- Covers antifungal medications and their indications.
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