Oral path table 6-1 fungal infections medications

Itraconazole

- for histoplasmosis and blastomycosis: 2 capsules daily - for candidiasis: vigorously swish twice daily for 1-2 weeks

Nyastatin

1 or 2 pastilles dissolved slowly in the mouth - not ideal for those with dry mouth

Fluconazole

2 tablets on day 1 and then one tablet daily for 1-2 weeks

Clotrimazole

Dissolve 1 troche slowly in the mouth - not ideal for those with dry mouth

Ketoconazole

One tablet daily, not to be used as initial therapy for oral candidiasis

Amphotericin B

Rinse and hold in the mouth as long as possible