Definition

A type of medicine used to treat infections caused by fungi, particularly effective against yeast infections.

Example

The doctor prescribed nystatin to help clear up the fungal infection.

Conversation

Hey, have you heard of nystatin?

Yeah, I think it's used for treating fungal infections, right?

Exactly! I read that it's really effective against candidiasis.

That’s interesting! I should remember that for future reference.

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Root Explanation

Nystatin is derived from "Nystatin" (a coined term from the name of the New York State Department of Health, where it was discovered) and the suffix "-in" (used in chemistry to denote substances). The word refers to a substance derived from a specific source, in this case, an antifungal medication.

Memory Tip

Think of 'Nystatin' as a name that comes from a specific place (New York) where this antifungal was discovered, and the '-in' indicates it's a substance.

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