infectious diseases
Paracoccidioidomycosis
Treatment of Paracoccidioidomycosis
Itraconazole (See also Antifungal Medications .) Azoles are highly effective. Oralitraconazoleis generally considered the medication of choice, primarily because it costs less than other azoles that are available in endemic areas. IVamphotericin Bcan also eliminate the infection and is often used in very severe cases. Sulfonamides, which are widely used in some countries because they are inexpensive, can suppress growth ofParacoccidioidesand cause lesions to regress but are not curative and must be given for up to 5 years. 