Parasitology
Amphotericin B is a polyene antifungal medication primarily used to treat serious fungal infections, particularly those caused by pathogens such as Candida and Aspergillus. Its mechanism of action involves binding to ergosterol in fungal cell membranes, leading to increased membrane permeability and ultimately cell death. This makes it an essential drug in the fight against systemic mycoses and certain parasitic infections.
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