How Do You Spell SULFAMETHOXAZOLE?

Pronunciation: [sˈʌlfɐmˌɛθəksˌazə͡ʊl] (IPA)

Sulfamethoxazole is a complex word with a unique spelling. It is pronounced /ˌsʌlfəmɛˈθɑksəzoʊl/ according to the IPA phonetic transcription. The combination of the 's', 'u', 'l', 'f', 'a', 'm', 'e', 't', 'h', 'o', 'x', 'a', 'z', 'o' and 'l' sounds in the word make for a challenging spelling. The word is used to refer to a type of antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections. Despite its difficult spelling, the word is commonly used in the medical field.

SULFAMETHOXAZOLE Meaning and Definition

1. Sulfamethoxazole is an antibiotic medication belonging to the sulfonamide class of drugs. It is commonly used in combination with trimethoprim and together they form the drug co-trimoxazole, which is also known as trimethoprim/sulfamethoxazole.

   Sulfamethoxazole works by inhibiting the growth and multiplication of bacteria. It achieves this by interfering with the synthesis of dihydrofolic acid, which is necessary for the bacteria to produce essential components required for their survival. By blocking the production of dihydrofolic acid, sulfamethoxazole effectively hinders the bacteria's ability to replicate and causes their eventual death.

   This antibiotic is primarily used to treat a wide range of bacterial infections such as urinary tract infections, ear infections, bronchitis, shigellosis, and certain types of pneumonia. It may also be prescribed in the treatment and prevention of Pneumocystis jiroveci pneumonia, a serious lung infection frequently occurring in individuals with weakened immune systems.

   Sulfamethoxazole is available in tablet and suspension formulations and is typically taken orally. The dosage and duration of the treatment depend on various factors such as the specific infection being treated, the severity of the condition, and the patient's age and overall health. Common side effects of sulfamethoxazole may include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, allergic reactions, and skin rashes. It can also increase sensitivity to sunlight and cause temporary discoloration of urine.

Common Misspellings for SULFAMETHOXAZOLE

• aulfamethoxazole
• zulfamethoxazole
• xulfamethoxazole
• dulfamethoxazole
• eulfamethoxazole
• wulfamethoxazole
• sylfamethoxazole
• shlfamethoxazole
• sjlfamethoxazole
• silfamethoxazole
• s8lfamethoxazole
• s7lfamethoxazole
• sukfamethoxazole
• supfamethoxazole
• suofamethoxazole
• suldamethoxazole
• sulcamethoxazole
• sulvamethoxazole
• sulgamethoxazole
• sulfamethoxazzole
• sulfamethoxazole

Etymology of SULFAMETHOXAZOLE

The word "sulfamethoxazole" is derived from the roots "sulf-" and "methoxazole" combined together.

The prefix "sulf-" comes from the chemical element sulfur, which is commonly found in sulfonamide drugs.

The term "methoxazole" is made up of two parts. The first part, "metho-", is derived from "methyl", indicating the presence of a methyl group (a carbon atom bonded to three hydrogen atoms). The second part, "-xazole", indicates a five-membered heterocyclic ring containing one nitrogen atom and four carbon atoms. "Xazole" comes from the Greek word "xylon" meaning "wood", as the original compound of this family was isolated from resinous woods.

Similar spelling words for SULFAMETHOXAZOLE

• Sulphamethoxazole,
• trimethoprim/sulfamethoxazole,
• sulfamethazine,
• trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole.