Definition

A type of antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections, similar to another antibiotic called ampicillin.

Example

The doctor prescribed amoxicillin to help clear up the infection.

Conversation

I just got prescribed amoxicillin for my infection.

Oh really? I've heard that works well for those.

Yeah, the doctor said it's similar to penicillin.

That's good to know! I hope it helps you feel better soon.

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Root Explanation

Amoxicillin is formed from "amino" (meaning containing an amino group) and "penicillin" (from the Latin "penicillium", meaning a type of mold). The word refers to a type of antibiotic that is derived from penicillin and contains an amino group, enhancing its effectiveness against certain bacteria.

Memory Tip

Think of 'amino' as something that contains an amino group, and 'penicillin' as the mold it comes from. This helps you remember that amoxicillin is an antibiotic derived from penicillin with added properties.

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