NAPLEX (North American Pharmacist Licensure Examination) Practice Exam

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Which medication is indicated for fungal infections of skin, hair, and nails?

Griseofulvin
Terbinafine
Fluconazole
Amphotericin B

The correct answer is: Griseofulvin

Griseofulvin is used to treat fungal infections of the skin, hair, and nails because it works by stopping the growth of fungi. Terbinafine is also used to treat fungal infections, but it is more commonly used for infections of the nails and feet. Fluconazole is primarily used to treat yeast infections, not fungal infections. Amphotericin B is a strong antifungal medication that is usually reserved for severe or systemic infections and would not typically be used to treat localized skin, hair, and nail infections. Therefore, Griseofulvin is the most appropriate medication for fungal infections of the skin, hair, and nails.