Penetration of anti-infective agents into pulmonary epithelial lining fluid: focus on antifungal, antitubercular and miscellaneous anti-infective agents.

Author: GeorgeJomy M, RodvoldKeith A, YooLiz

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Epithelial lining fluid (ELF) is often considered to be the site of extracellular pulmonary infections. During the past 25 years, a limited number of studies have evaluated the intrapulmonary penetration of antifungal, antitubercular, antiparasitic and antiviral agents. For antifungal agents, differ...See full text at original site
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引用元:
https://doi.org/10.2165/11592900-000000000-00000

データ提供:米国国立医学図書館(NLM)

Anti-Infective Agents in the Lung: A Journey into the Realm of Penetration

The world of infectious diseases is a vast and often treacherous landscape, requiring a deep understanding of how medications work within the body. This review, like a caravan venturing through the desert, explores the penetration of various anti-infective agents into the epithelial lining fluid (ELF) of the lung, a critical region for fighting pulmonary infections.

The authors, guided by the principles of pharmacokinetics, meticulously review the available evidence on drug penetration into the ELF, seeking to understand how different agents reach their targets and exert their effects. They carefully analyze the data, seeking to optimize drug delivery and efficacy.

Penetration of Anti-Infective Agents into the Lung: Navigating the Desert of Infection

The review, like a map guiding us through the desert of pulmonary infections, reveals the varying penetration of different anti-infective agents into the ELF. Some agents, like amphotericin B and voriconazole, achieve high ELF concentrations, while others, like itraconazole and posaconazole, have limited penetration. This understanding is crucial for optimizing treatment strategies and ensuring effective delivery of medication to the site of infection.

Optimizing Treatment Strategies: A Desert Oasis of Knowledge

This review, like a beacon in the desert, highlights the importance of understanding drug penetration into the ELF when treating pulmonary infections. By carefully considering the pharmacokinetic properties of different agents, clinicians can select the most appropriate medication and optimize dosage regimens, ensuring that the fight against infection is as effective as possible.

Dr. Camel's Conclusion

This review, like a journey through the desert of pulmonary infections, reveals the intricate world of drug penetration into the epithelial lining fluid (ELF). The findings highlight the importance of understanding the pharmacokinetic properties of different anti-infective agents, allowing clinicians to optimize treatment strategies and ensure effective delivery of medication to the site of infection. This research, like a well-worn path in the desert, guides us towards a future where pulmonary infections are effectively managed, offering a better quality of life for those facing these challenging conditions.

Date :
  1. Date Completed 2012-08-09
  2. Date Revised 2021-10-20
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

21973267

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

10.2165/11592900-000000000-00000

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