Definition
dapsones
noun
- Plural of dapsone; a sulfone drug used primarily to treat leprosy, dermatitis herpetiformis, and certain infections, particularly Pneumocystis jirovecii pneumonia in immunocompromised patients.
Usage: medical/pharmaceutical term; typically used in clinical or pharmaceutical contexts
Examples
- Dapsones are commonly prescribed in combination with other antimicrobial agents for leprosy treatment.
- The patient was started on dapsones to prevent opportunistic infections.
- Dapsones have been used for decades in dermatology for treating certain skin conditions.
- Healthcare providers must monitor patients taking dapsones for potential adverse effects.
- Dapsones remain an important therapeutic option in developing countries where leprosy is endemic.