Which antifungal drug is converted inside fungal cells into a compound that inhibits DNA and RNA synthesis?
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Correct answer: Flucytosine
Flucytosine is converted within fungal cells into 5-fluorouracil, which interferes with nucleic acid synthesis. This disrupts fungal cell growth and replication.
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