Candicidin
Candicidin
Candicidin (pronunciation: /kænˈdɪsɪdɪn/) is a type of antifungal medication that is primarily used to treat fungal infections caused by Candida species.
Etymology
The term "Candicidin" is derived from the genus name Candida, which is the type of fungus it is used to treat, and the Latin suffix "-cidin", which means "killer". Thus, "Candicidin" can be roughly translated to "killer of Candida".
Usage
Candicidin is used in the treatment of various types of fungal infections, particularly those caused by Candida species. These include thrush, vaginal yeast infection, and systemic candidiasis. It works by inhibiting the growth of the fungus, thereby preventing it from spreading and causing further harm.
Related Terms
- Antifungal: A type of medication used to treat fungal infections.
- Candida: A genus of yeasts that can cause various types of infections in humans.
- Thrush: A common type of fungal infection caused by Candida species, typically affecting the mouth and throat.
- Vaginal yeast infection: A type of fungal infection caused by Candida species, affecting the vagina.
- Systemic candidiasis: A severe form of Candida infection that can affect multiple systems in the body.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Candicidin
- Wikipedia's article - Candicidin
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