noun
- substances or medications that destroy or inhibit the growth of fungi
Usage: medical; plural form
Examples
- The doctor prescribed antifungals to treat the patient’s yeast infection.
- Topical antifungals are commonly used for athlete’s foot.
- Some antifungals can be purchased over the counter at pharmacies.
- The laboratory tested various antifungals against the fungal culture.
- Oral antifungals may be necessary for severe fungal infections.
- Agricultural antifungals help protect crops from fungal diseases.