La science médicale - Types de médicaments

a drug that is used to treat people who feel extremely sad and anxious

antidépresseur

a substance that counteracts or controls the effects of a poison

antidote

inhibiting or destroying the growth and replication of viruses

antiviral

(of a drug) effective against viral infections caused by a virus

a stimulant used for ADHD and narcolepsy but is also associated with misuse and addiction

amphétamine

a pain-relieving medication

analgésique

medication that reduces or neutralizes the acidity of the body, particularly the stomach

antiacide

a substance or medication that inhibits the clotting of blood

anticoagulant

the substances, medications, or treatments that reduce inflammation and alleviate symptoms associated with inflammatory conditions, such as pain and swelling

anti-inflammatoire

any organic compound derived from barbituric acid that is used as a sedative and greatly reduces the activity of the nervous system

barbiturique

a medication that reduces heart rate and blood pressure by blocking the effects of adrenaline

bêta-bloquant

a type of medicine used when someone has a cold and a blocked nose to help them breathe more easily

décongestionnant

a substance, such as a medication or alcohol, that slows down the central nervous system, causing relaxation and reduced function

dépressif

a substance that causes vomiting and is used in cases of poisoning or overdose to remove harmful substances from the stomach

émétique

a medicine that helps clear mucus and phlegm, relieving coughs and congestion

expectorant

a medication designed to enhance fertility by addressing hormonal imbalances or stimulating the ovaries to improve the chances of conception

médicament de fertilité

the medicinal products made from plants or plant extracts used for their therapeutic properties

médecine à base de plantes

a medication that induces sleep

hypnotique

a drug or treatment that effectively prevents or cures a specific disease or condition with minimal or no harmful side effects

pilule magique

a dietary supplement that contains a combination of essential vitamins and minerals, commonly taken orally in the form of tablets, capsules, or gummies

multivitamines

any drugs with the same effects as opium, medicinally used for reducing extreme pain

opioïde

a type of medicine that is used to reduce or relieve pain

analgésique

a sweet that contains medicine or is flavored with fruit to treat sore throat

pastille

over-the-counter remedies sold without scientific validation for their effectiveness and safety

médicament breveté

a device placed in the vagina to support pelvic organs or manage certain gynecological conditions

pessaire

a medication that needs a written order from a licensed healthcare provider to be bought because of its potential side effects and risks

médicament sur ordonnance

a preventive measure or substance, such as a medication or treatment, taken to protect against the occurrence of a disease or other unwanted health condition

prophylactique

a substance that promotes bowel movements to relieve constipation

purgatif

a substance or medication that induces a state of relaxation by reducing tension, stress, or muscle activity

relaxant

any drug that is used to make one feel calm or induce sleep

sédatif

a medication taken to induce sleep or relieve insomnia

somnifère

a medication that lowers cholesterol levels to reduce the risk of cardiovascular diseases

statine

a medication form inserted into the body, usually in the rectum or vagina, where it dissolves or melts to release the medication

suppositoire

a substance that controls or inhibits certain physiological processes, commonly used to alleviate symptoms like coughing or appetite

suppressant

an additional dose of vaccine required periodically in order to increase, maintain, or renew the effects of a previous one

dose de rappel

(pharmacology) a liquid medicine made by soaking a plant or herb in alcohol to extract its healing properties

teinture

a substance, often administered through needle injections, that stimulates the body's immune response against harmful diseases

vaccin

a medication that numbs a specific part of the body to block pain during medical procedures

anesthésique local

any device, drug, or method that is used to prevent pregnancy

contraceptif

a‌ medicine, often in a form of liquid, that one takes to relieve coughing

sirop contre la toux

a tranquilizing drug used to treat mild to moderate anxiety and tension

diazépam

a sedative or depressant drug, particularly a barbiturate

sédatif

a substance, usually a drug, used to stimulate evacuation of the bowels

laxatif

‌a substance one drinks that helps to treat or relieve indigestion

sels biliaires

a drug that is used to treat symptoms of anxiety and insomnia

temazépam

a drug that makes one feel stronger, healthier, or better, particularly used to treat exhaustion

tonique

a medicinal substance, particularly one prepared for use as a drug

pharmaceutique

a medication that induces a state of calmness and relaxation, often prescribed to alleviate anxiety or promote sleep

tranquillisant