Science Médicale - Décrire les Médicaments

Ici, vous apprendrez quelques mots anglais liés à la description des médicaments, tels que "curatif", "oral" et "puissant".

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antiretroviral

[Adjectif]

relating to medications or treatments that inhibit the replication of retroviruses, such as HIV

antirétroviral, contre les rétrovirus

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antibacterial

[Adjectif]

related to substances or agents that have the ability to inhibit the growth and reproduction of bacteria

antibactérien, antibactérienne

Ex: Jake 's mom packs antibacterial tissues in his lunchbox for school .

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antiviral

[Adjectif]

inhibiting or destroying the growth and replication of viruses

antiviral

Ex: Antiviral treatments are often administered to patients with herpes simplex virus infections .Les traitements **antiviraux** sont souvent administrés aux patients atteints d'infections par le virus de l'herpès simplex.

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aseptic

[Adjectif]

medically clean and free from any form of contamination

aseptisé, aseptique

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curative

[Adjectif]

having properties that can cure a disease or illness

curatif

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corrective

[Adjectif]

intended or designed to improve or correct a bad or undesirable situation

correctif

Ex: The corrective actions taken by the government aimed to reduce pollution levels in the city .Les mesures **correctives** prises par le gouvernement visaient à réduire les niveaux de pollution dans la ville.

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habit-forming

[Adjectif]

(medicine) relating to substances or treatments that have the potential to lead to dependency or the development of a regular, difficult-to-break routine in individuals using them

créant une dépendance, addictif

Ex: The label on the medication clearly stated its habit-forming potential .

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hypodermic

[Adjectif]

related to the parts deep under the skin

hypodermique

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intravenous

[Adjectif]

administered into or taking place in a vein

intraveineux

Ex: The intravenous catheter was carefully placed to ensure accurate drug delivery .Le cathéter **intraveineux** a été soigneusement placé pour assurer une administration précise du médicament.

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mind-bending

[Adjectif]

(medicine) related to pharmaceutical substances or treatments that alter mental functions or perceptions, commonly used in psychiatric or neurological care

altérant l'esprit, psychotrope

Ex: The therapist recommended mind-bending therapy for cognitive improvement .

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oral

[Adjectif]

related to or occurring in the mouth or the oral cavity

oral

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pharmaceutical

[Adjectif]

related to the production, use, or sale of medicines

pharmaceutique

Ex: Doctors often rely on pharmaceutical interventions to manage various medical conditions .Les médecins comptent souvent sur des interventions **pharmaceutiques** pour gérer diverses conditions médicales.

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potent

[Adjectif]

having great power, effectiveness, or influence to produce a desired result

puissant, fort

Ex: The potent leader inspired his followers with powerful speeches .

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prophylactic

[Adjectif]

taking substances or measures to prevent the occurrence or spread of disease or infection

prophylactique, préventif

Ex: Good dental hygiene , like brushing and flossing , is a prophylactic habit to prevent tooth decay .

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psychedelic

[Adjectif]

(medicine) inducing vivid sensory perceptions, altered states of consciousness, or heightened awareness, often associated with hallucinogenic effects

psychédélique, hallucinogène

Ex: The neurologist investigated the potential psychedelic properties of a novel drug .

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psychoactive

[Adjectif]

(medicine) affecting the mind or mental processes, often leading to alterations in mood, perception, or consciousness

psychoactif

Ex: The pharmacist provided guidance on the safe use of psychoactive medications .Le pharmacien a fourni des conseils sur l'utilisation sûre des médicaments **psychoactifs**.

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remedial

[Adjectif]

related to treatments or actions that aim to fix or improve health issues

correctif

Ex: The remedial exercises aim to strengthen the injured limb after surgery .Les exercices **de rééducation** visent à renforcer le membre blessé après une opération.

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antidepressant

[Adjectif]

(of drugs and medications) used to alleviate or prevent depression

antidépresseur

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narcotic

[Adjectif]

(of a drug or substance) affecting one's mind in a harmful way

narcotique