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cookcarl

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on: Jul 23, 2018
Nystatin is a polyene antifungal medication used primarily for the treatment of what condition?
 
  a. Nasal congestion
  b. Common colds
  c. Vaginal yeast
  d. Ear wax

Question 2

In which situation should medications for malaria be given?
 
  a. Prophylactically when people travel to areas in which malaria is common
  b. Prophylactically when people return from malaria-infested areas
  c. For treatment of malaria once the acute illness is over
  d. Prophylactically in acute cases of malaria


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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
Nystatin is used to treat intestinal, vaginal, and oral fungal infections caused by susceptible strains of Candida albicans and other Candida species.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
People in the military or those traveling to or living in areas where malaria is endemic can use antimalarials to prevent malaria and to treat the symptoms.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 23, 2018
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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