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antibiotic

[an-ti-bahy-ot-ik, -bee-, an-tee-, -tahy-] / ˌæn tɪ baɪˈɒt ɪk, -bi-, ˌæn ti-, -taɪ- /


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There is an antibiotic available that is known to curb symptoms, which Clare heard has helped a friend.

From BBC Jul. 24, 2026

As antibiotic resistance grows around the world, the findings show that important medical advances may come from rethinking the chemistry of drugs that already exist.

From Science Daily Jul. 22, 2026

Poop jokes and memes aside, cyclosporiasis is a serious parasitic foodborne intestinal illness whose symptoms include nausea, fatigue, and explosive diarrhea that can last weeks or even months without antibiotic treatment.

From Slate Jul. 22, 2026

The recommended treatment is a prescription antibiotic, sold under brand names including Bactrim or Septra, taken for seven to 10 days.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 17, 2026

Beatrice had already cleansed her stepbrother’s arm with soda water, so Roy lathered antibiotic ointment on a panel of gauze and taped it firmly around the boy’s arm.

From "Hoot" by Carl Hiaasen

This can lead to severely painful episodes, which experts say can sometimes be prevented by wrapping up warm and drinking plenty of fluid, and daily antibiotics can reduce risk of infections.

From BBC Jul. 23, 2026

This is the idea behind antibiotic adjuvants, which are companion molecules that do not kill bacteria directly but instead restore the power of antibiotics.

From Science Daily Jul. 22, 2026

Luckily, the illness resolves with antibiotics, and it’s not fatal.

From Slate Jul. 17, 2026

Treatment generally involves antibiotics, according to the Cleveland Clinic.

From MarketWatch Jul. 14, 2026

Jim was told that various eminent TB critics had written to Geneva that they couldn’t agree with adding second-line antibiotics to the essential drug list.

From "Mountains Beyond Mountains" by Tracy Kidder and Michael French




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