Nystatin (Noun)
Meaning
An antifungal and antibiotic (trade names Mycostatin and Nystan) discovered in New York State; derived from soil fungi actinomycetes.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- Nystatin is often prescribed as an oral suspension or topical cream to treat fungal infections in humans.
- The discovery of nystatin in the 1940s marked a significant milestone in the fight against fungal diseases.
- Topical nystatin can be used to treat fungal infections such as ringworm and athlete's foot.
- In veterinary medicine, nystatin is commonly used to treat fungal infections in birds and other small animals.
- Researchers continue to study the properties of nystatin as a potential treatment for systemic fungal infections.