Sulfonamide (Noun)
Meaning
Antibacterial consisting of any of several synthetic organic compounds capable of inhibiting the growth of bacteria that require PABA.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The sulfonamide antibiotic was prescribed to treat the patient's urinary tract infection.
- Sulfonamide resistance is a major concern in the treatment of bacterial infections.
- The doctor explained that the sulfonamide worked by competing with PABA for the enzyme involved in the synthesis of folic acid.
- The discovery of sulfonamide marked the beginning of the antibiotic era in the treatment of bacterial infections.
- The use of sulfonamide in combination with other antibiotics has been shown to be effective in treating certain types of bacterial infections.