Definition:
Antibiotics are a large class of drugs that fight infections caused by bacteria. They work by either destroying bacteria and other microorganisms or slowing down their growth.
Some of the antibiotics that can cause heartburn for some individuals include:
- E-Mycin (erythromycin)
- Any tetracycline antibiotic
- Zithromax (azithromycin)
Pronunciation: an-ti-bahy-ot-iks
