Definition

A type of antibiotic used to treat fungal infections, especially those affecting the skin, hair, and nails.

Example

The doctor prescribed griseofulvin to help clear up the ringworm infection.

Conversation

I heard you had a skin issue recently, what happened?

Yeah, I got a fungal infection, but my doctor prescribed griseofulvin for it.

Is that medication effective for treating it?

Absolutely, it worked well for me after a few weeks.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Griseofulvin is derived from the Latin word 'griseus' (meaning gray) and 'fulvus' (meaning tawny or yellowish). The name refers to the grayish color of the compound, which is used as an antifungal medication.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'gray' ('griseus') and 'tawny' ('fulvus') to remember that griseofulvin refers to a grayish-colored antifungal medication.

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