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    GlossaryAntifungal

    medication that treats fungal infections by inhibiting fungi growth

    An antifungal, also known as an antimycotic, is a type of medication used to treat fungal infections by killing or inhibiting the growth of fungi. These agents are crucial in managing conditions like athlete's foot, ringworm, and certain types of dandruff, which are caused by fungal pathogens.

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