Prescott's Microbiology
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ISBN: 9781260211887
Author: WILLEY, Sandman, Wood
Publisher: McGraw Hill
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Chapter 9.7, Problem 1MI
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What is the mechanism by which nystatin inhibits growth? How does this compare to that of amphotericin B? Do you think nystatin is less toxic than amphotericin? (Hint: Think about how the two drugs are delivered.)
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