Echinocandins

Echinocandins are a class of antifungals that are used in the treatment of aspergillus and candida infections.  Echinocandins work by inhibiting the synthesis of β(1,3)-D-glucan, which is a compound used in the synthesis of the cell wall. Adverse effects include fevers, rash, and phlebitis.   

Class Drugs

Caspofungin

Micafungin

Anidulafungin

Class Mechanism of Action

Inhibits synthesis of β(1,3)-D-glucan, which is used in the synthesis of the cell wall

Class Applications

Aspergillus

Candida

Class Adverse Effects

Fever

Rash

Phlebitis

Drug Table

Drug Name	Application	Comments	Image
Caspofungin			"Casper" "Mushroom (fungus)"
Micafungin			"Microphone" "Mushroom (fungus)"
Anidulafungin			"Andouille Sausage" "Mushroom (fungus)"