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Definition of Antifungal
1. Noun. Any agent that destroys or prevents the growth of fungi.
Exact synonyms: Antifungal Agent, Antimycotic, Antimycotic Agent, Fungicide
Specialized synonyms: Bordeaux Mixture, Fulvicin, Griseofulvin, Clioquinol, Iodochlorhydroxyquin, Itraconazole, Sporanox, Miconazole, Monistat, Mycostatin, Nystan, Nystatin, Lamisil, Terbinafine, Thiabendazole, Crystal Violet, Gentian Violet
Generic synonyms: Agent
Derivative terms: Fungicidal
Specialized synonyms: Bordeaux Mixture, Fulvicin, Griseofulvin, Clioquinol, Iodochlorhydroxyquin, Itraconazole, Sporanox, Miconazole, Monistat, Mycostatin, Nystan, Nystatin, Lamisil, Terbinafine, Thiabendazole, Crystal Violet, Gentian Violet
Generic synonyms: Agent
Derivative terms: Fungicidal
2. Adjective. Capable of destroying fungi.
Definition of Antifungal
1. Adjective. That inhibits the growth of fungi; antimycotic ¹
2. Noun. (medicine) A drug that inhibits the growth of fungi ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Antifungal
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Medical Definition of Antifungal
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Lexicographical Neighbors of Antifungal
Literary usage of Antifungal
Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:
1. Code of Federal Regulations, Title 21, Food and Drugs, PT. 300-499, Revised by Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Staff (2005)
"Subpart C—Topical antifungal Drug Products SOURCE: 58 FR 49898, Sept. ...
Labeling of antifungal drug products. (a) Statement of identity. ..."