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Antifungal medications are used to treat fungal infections, which are some of the most difficult infections to get rid of. There are several different types of anti-fungal therapies, including topical, oral, or intravenous. The FDA thinks there is a risk of developing a congestive heart failure when treating nail, skin, as well as other systematic fungal infections with anti-fungal medications. Sporanox and Lamisil, two antifungal medications have been linked to potentially deadly liver problems.

The FDA issued a Public Health Advisory on May 9, 2001 to announce label changes on anti-fungal tablets Lamisil and Sporanox. The FDA warning included potential liver damage that could include liver failure, transplantation, and death with the use of antifungal medications. Doctors prescribing antifungal medications were recommended obtaining nail specimens prior to administering the antifungal medication to avoid unnecessary risks.

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MedLine Plus Drug Information - Guide to prescription and over-the-counter medications provided by the United States Pharmacopeia.

Antifungal Agents - Information on specific antifungal drugs.