antifungal
Britishadjective
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inhibiting the growth of fungi
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(of a drug) possessing antifungal properties and therefore used to treat fungal infections
Example Sentences
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The disease is often treated with antifungal medications.
From Los Angeles Times
Previous studies have shown that wood has antibacterial and antifungal properties, making it an ideal material for cutting boards.
From Science Daily
The results also showed that when seven patients were treated with another antifungal called itraconazole, three recovered entirely and two improved.
From Science Daily
Scientists have discovered that the most widely-used class of antifungals in the world cause pathogens to self-destruct.
From Science Daily
Bacteria, fungi, parasites and viruses can all develop resistance to antibiotic, antifungal, antiparasitic or antiviral drugs.
From Salon
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