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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

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

For those who have fallen ill, treatment includes an antibiotic called Bactrim.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 14, 2026

I don’t have antibiotics, but I did have some triple antibiotic ointment that Mom uses on cuts.

From "Wayward Creatures" by Dayna Lorentz

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

People with cyclosporiasis experience symptoms like watery diarrhea and abdominal cramping and need to be treated with antibiotics.

From MarketWatch Jul. 17, 2026

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

From Slate Jul. 17, 2026

Newcomer missed two days of work and continues to take antibiotics, but still can’t eat or drink anything.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 10, 2026

I locked the door and washed Helena’s face and hands, gave her one of the antibiotics and an aspirin, and tucked her into my bed.

From "The Light in Hidden Places" by Sharon Cameron




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