Vocabulary Entry

sulfa

|noun • adjective

noun

A group of synthetic antibiotic drugs derived from sulfanilamide, used to treat infections.

Example Sentences

"The doctor prescribed sulfa drugs to combat the bacterial infection."

"Some patients are allergic to sulfa medications, requiring alternative treatments."

"Research on sulfa drugs has significantly advanced since their discovery in the 1930s."

adjective

Example Sentences

"The sulfa antibiotic was effective in eliminating the infection."

"She needs to avoid sulfa medications due to her allergy."

"The clinic specializes in treating patients with sulfa-related conditions."