Ambazone
Ambazone
Ambazone (pronounced am-ba-zone) is a pharmaceutical drug used primarily in the treatment of oral thrush and other fungal infections.
Etymology
The term "Ambazone" is derived from the chemical name 1,3-bis(4-aminobenzoic acid)urea. The prefix "amba" is a contraction of "aminobenzoic", while "zone" is derived from "urea".
Usage
Ambazone is typically used as a topical treatment for oral thrush, a common fungal infection caused by the Candida species. It works by inhibiting the growth of the fungus, thereby helping to alleviate the symptoms of the infection.
Related Terms
- Oral thrush: A common fungal infection that occurs in the mouth, typically caused by the Candida species.
- Candida: A genus of yeasts that are often responsible for fungal infections in humans.
- Pharmaceutical drug: A drug used to diagnose, cure, treat, or prevent disease.
- Fungal infections: Infections caused by fungi, which can affect various parts of the body.
See Also
- Antifungal medication: A medication used to treat fungal infections.
- Topical medication: A medication that is applied to body surfaces such as the skin or mucous membranes.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Ambazone
- Wikipedia's article - Ambazone
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