antifungal

/ ˌæntɪˈfʌŋɡəl /

adjective

1. inhibiting the growth of fungi

2. (of a drug) possessing antifungal properties and therefore used to treat fungal infections

Example Sentences

The disease is often treated with antifungal medications.

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Previous studies have shown that wood has antibacterial and antifungal properties, making it an ideal material for cutting boards.

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The results also showed that when seven patients were treated with another antifungal called itraconazole, three recovered entirely and two improved.

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Scientists have discovered that the most widely-used class of antifungals in the world cause pathogens to self-destruct.

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Bacteria, fungi, parasites and viruses can all develop resistance to antibiotic, antifungal, antiparasitic or antiviral drugs.

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