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Antifungal drug not used in the treatment of imtestinal candidiasis______________?

Correct answer: D. Clotrimazole

  • A. Amphotericin
  • B. Nystatin
  • C. Ketoconazole
  • D. Clotrimazole

Explanation

Clotrimazole is mainly used topically or as an oral troche for mucosal candidiasis and is not a standard treatment for intestinal candidiasis. Nystatin and oral amphotericin have local gastrointestinal activity, while ketoconazole has been used for some Candida infections.

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