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 anything that can harm someone if it is 1) used in the wrong way, 2) used by the wrong person, or 3) used in the wrong amount. Some poisons may be harmful if they come into direct contact with your eyes or skin. Others may be toxic if you breathe them or swallow them.