Drugs to treat systemic fungal infections can be toxic to the host and are not used indiscriminately. Which are factors considered before an antifungal is prescribed

Checking previous allergic conditions which can affect the treatment.
Possible side-effects of the drug.
Can antifungal medicine may interact with other medicines a patient is taking.
Checking pregnancy conditions because they may affect the fetus or breastfeeding.

Systemic fungal infections are defined as invasive fungal infections which originate at a particular place in the body but have the ability to spread to other parts as well. Examples are aspergillosis and other mold infections as a result of inhalation; candidaemia as a result of infected lines or leakage from the gastrointestinal tract.

Improper medication for systemic fungal infections can lead to Infusion-related toxicity, Nephrotoxicity, including hypokalemia, liver function abnormalities, skin rash, visual disturbances, etc.

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