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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

Her previous work has explored how soil contributes to the spread of antibiotic resistance.

From Science Daily Jul. 17, 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

Beside them are fifty-pound sacks of antibiotic drugs.

From "The Omnivore's Dilemma" by Michael Pollan

Patients have to take antibiotics to resolve their infections.

From MarketWatch Aug. 3, 2026

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

Cyclospriasis can be treated with a combination of antibiotics.

From Los Angeles Times Jul. 10, 2026

“We should start you on the antibiotics right away,” he said.

From "Educated" by Tara Westover




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