nystatin
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Definition
- Noun:
- An antifungal and antibiotic medication: Nystatin is a pharmaceutical substance used to treat fungal infections. It belongs to the polyene class of antifungals and is particularly effective against Candida species.
Usage
- Nystatin is primarily used to treat fungal infections, especially those caused by yeast. Common formulations include oral suspensions for thrush and topical creams or ointments for skin infections.
- It is typically prescribed by a healthcare professional and is not used for bacterial infections.
Examples
- Noun:
- The doctor prescribed nystatin to treat the infant's oral thrush.
- Nystatin is often used in combination with other medications for certain types of dermatitis.
Advanced Usage
- "Nystatin suspension": A liquid form of the medication, commonly swished in the mouth and swallowed to treat infections in the esophagus or intestines.
- The patient was instructed to use the nystatin suspension four times a day after meals.
Variants and Related Words
- Mycostatin (n): A common trade name for nystatin.
- Nystan (n): Another trade name for nystatin, used in some regions.
Synonyms
- Antifungal agent: A general term for a substance that kills or inhibits the growth of fungi.
- Polyene antibiotic: A class of antimicrobial compounds which includes nystatin.
Notes on Meaning
- The word "nystatin" is a proper noun derived from "New York State" + "-in" (a common suffix for substances), reflecting its discovery location. It refers specifically to this chemical compound and is not used in a general sense.
Noun
- an antifungal and antibiotic (trade names Mycostatin and Nystan) discovered in New York State; derived from soil fungi actinomycetes