novobiocin. an antibacterial produced by Streptomyces niveus, used in the treatment of infections caused by staphylococci and other gram-positive organisms. Called also albamycin, cathomycin.
Or learn more about Phobia of Poison: 1: phobia of poison: a persistent, abnormal, and unwarranted fear of poison, despite conscious understanding by the phobic individual and reassurance by others that there is no danger. 2: phobia of poison: an extreme unwarranted fear and/or physical aversion to poison.
A poison is any substance that is harmful to your body. You might swallow it, inhale it, inject it, or absorb it through your skin. Any substance can be poisonous if too much is taken. The effects of poisoning range from short-term illness to brain damage, coma, and death. To prevent poisoning it is important to use and store products exactly as their labels say. Keep dangerous products where children can't get to them. Treatment for poisoning depends on the type of poison.