Albendazole is less effective than mebendazole in the following helminthic infestation

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Albendazole is less effective than mebendazole for trichuriasis (whipworm), though it’s preferred for hydatid disease.

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Di

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Miconazole is an azole antifungal effective against candidiasis by inhibiting ergosterol synthesis, while griseofulvin targets dermatophytes, nitrofungin is less common, and streptomycin is an antibiotic.

Correct Answer: C

Rationale: Azoles (e.g., miconazole, ketoconazole) inhibit 14-α-demethylase, reducing ergosterol synthesis, which disrupts fungal cell membrane integrity.

Correct Answer: D

Rationale: Terbinafine, amphotericin B, and ketoconazole are fungicidal, killing fungi. Miconazole is typically fungistatic, inhibiting growth rather than killing, though it can be fungicidal at high doses.