Article
Repeated exposure of Candida spp. to miconazole demonstrates no development of resistance.
Mycoses - 1 Jul 2011
Ghannoum M A, Herbert J, Isham N
Abstract excerpt
Oropharyngeal candidiasis (OPC) is a common infection among the immuno-compromised population. Treatments include both systemic azoles, most commonly fluconazole (FLU), and topical agents such as miconazole (MICON). However, resistance to FLU has been reported with a greater frequency. The aim of this study was to determine the potential for development of resistance following repeated exposure of Candida spp. to...
Topics
- Candida albicans
- Candida glabrata
- Candida tropicalis
- Candidiasis
- Drug Resistance, Fungal
- Humans
- Miconazole
- Microbial Sensitivity Tests
- Mutation
- Serial Passage
