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nitrofurantoin

DEFINITIONS OF: nitrofurantoin

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n derivative of nitrofuran used as an antibacterial medicine (trade name Macrodantin) effective against a broad range of Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria; used to treat infections of the urinary tract

Synonyms:
Macrodantin
Type of:
antibacterial, antibacterial drug, bactericide
any drug that destroys bacteria or inhibits their growth
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