noun a medicine that inhibits the growth of or destroys microorganisms
Antibiotics are used to treat bacterial infections by killing or inhibiting the growth of bacteria.
Antibiotics are commonly used in veterinary medicine to treat infections in animals.
Antibiotics are essential for controlling infectious diseases and preventing the spread of antibiotic-resistant bacteria.
Antibiotics are classified based on their mechanism of action, spectrum of activity, and chemical structure.
Antibiotics are substances produced by microorganisms that can inhibit the growth of other microorganisms.
A writer may research and write articles or books about the history, development, and uses of antibiotics in medicine and agriculture.
A psychologist may study the psychological effects of antibiotic use on individuals, such as anxiety or depression related to antibiotic resistance.
A medical doctor prescribes antibiotics to patients to treat bacterial infections and educates them on proper usage and potential side effects.
A veterinarian administers antibiotics to animals to treat infections and prevent the spread of disease in livestock and pets.
A microbiologist researches new antibiotics, studies antibiotic resistance in bacteria, and develops methods to combat resistant strains.