Which type of medication is used to combat fungal infections?

The medication used to combat fungal infections is antifungal. Antifungal medications specifically target and inhibit the growth of fungi, helping to treat various fungal infections such as athlete's foot, ringworm, and candidiasis. These medications work by interfering with the cell membrane structure of the fungi or blocking the process the fungi need to reproduce.

In contrast, antiviral medications are designed to treat viral infections, which is distinctly different from fungal infections. Antipyretics are used to reduce fever and are not effective against infections. Scabicides are intended for treating scabies, a condition caused by mites, not fungi. Thus, antifungals are the appropriate choice for treating fungal infections.