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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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A musical exploring the global threat of antibiotic resistance has made its London premiere, featuring a chorus of 60 NHS healthcare workers.

From BBC • Apr. 5, 2026

If bacteria stop growing, the antibiotic in that tube is effective.

From Science Daily • Mar. 31, 2026

Prof Robin May, chief scientific officer at the UKHSA, says its analysis offers "strong reassurance that our existing vaccinations and antibiotic treatment offer will be effective against this strain".

From BBC • Mar. 24, 2026

Testing revealed the most common species was penicillium chrysogenum, famous because it is used to produce the penicillin antibiotic but it can cause allergic reactions or infections in people with compromised immune systems.

From BBC • Mar. 19, 2026

Usually, a ten-day antibiotic treatment alleviates the symptoms, or a fast in-office medical procedure can release the pressure.

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady