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Science Médicale - Types de Médicaments

Ici, vous apprendrez quelques mots anglais liés aux différents types de médicaments, tels que « antidote », « émétique » et « analgésique ».

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

antidépresseur

antidépresseur

a substance that counteracts or controls the effects of a poison

antidote

antidote

Ex: Education about potential hazards and their antidotes can help prevent and mitigate the effects of poisoning incidents .
antiviral
[Adjectif]

inhibiting or destroying the growth and replication of viruses

antiviral

antiviral

Ex: Antiviral treatments are often administered to patients with herpes simplex virus infections .

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

antiviral

antiviral

Ex: Healthcare providers may antivirals as a preventive measure for individuals at high risk of certain viral infections , such as influenza or cytomegalovirus .

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

amphétamine, amphétamine (stimulant)

amphétamine, amphétamine (stimulant)

Ex: amphetamines can result in addiction and serious side effects .

a pain-relieving medication

analgésique, antalgique

analgésique, antalgique

Ex: Individuals with chronic headaches often analgesics to alleviate pain and improve daily functioning .
antacid
[nom]

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

antiacide, neutralisant acide

antiacide, neutralisant acide

Ex: Antacids can neutralize stomach acid and provide fast relief .

a substance or medication that inhibits the clotting of blood

anticoagulant, anticoagulant médicamenteux

anticoagulant, anticoagulant médicamenteux

Ex: In cases of pulmonary embolism , emergency room physicians often anticoagulants to prevent further clot formation .

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

médicaments anti-inflammatoires, agents anti-inflammatoires

médicaments anti-inflammatoires, agents anti-inflammatoires

Ex: anti-inflammatory spray is helpful for soothing sunburned skin .

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

barbiturate

barbiturate

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

un bêta-bloquant, un antagoniste bêta

un bêta-bloquant, un antagoniste bêta

Ex: Beta blockers can help improve survival rates in patients with heart failure .

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

décongestionnant, décongestif

décongestionnant, décongestif

Ex: It 's important to follow the recommended dosage instructions when decongestants to avoid potential side effects or drug interactions .

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

dépresseur, sédatif

dépresseur, sédatif

Ex: Understanding the effects depressants is essential for responsible and safe usage .
emetic
[nom]

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

émétique, substance émétisante

émétique, substance émétisante

Ex: The quick administration of emetic can help prevent further absorption of harmful substances .

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

expectorant, médicament expectorant

expectorant, médicament expectorant

Ex: Taking expectorant before bedtime eased my nighttime coughing .

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

médicament de fertilité, médicament stimulant la fertilité

médicament de fertilité, médicament stimulant la fertilité

Ex: fertility drugs requires careful monitoring by healthcare professionals .

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

médecine à base de plantes, phytothérapie

médecine à base de plantes, phytothérapie

Ex: herbal medicine into daily routines can support overall health .

a medication that induces sleep

hypnotique, sédatif

hypnotique, sédatif

Ex: The pharmacist provided guidance on the proper dosage and potential side effects of the hypnotic.

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

panacée, remède miracle

panacée, remède miracle

Ex: Doctors hope to find magic bullet for Alzheimer 's disease , a condition with currently limited treatment options .

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

multivitamine, complément vitaminé

multivitamine, complément vitaminé

Ex: She researched the multivitamin options to find one that met her specific nutritional needs .
opioid
[nom]

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

opioïde, opiacé

opioïde, opiacé

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

analgésique, antalgique, antidouleur

analgésique, antalgique, antidouleur

Ex: He relied on painkiller to cope with chronic pain from his condition .

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

pastille

pastille

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

médicament breveté, remède patent

médicament breveté, remède patent

Ex: People patent medicine without a prescription for self-treatment .
pessary
[nom]

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

pessaire, pessaire vaginal

pessaire, pessaire vaginal

Ex: Inserting pessary is a straightforward procedure that can be done at home .

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, médicament prescrit

médicament sur ordonnance, médicament prescrit

Ex: He went to the pharmacy to pick up prescription drug for pain relief .

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, préventif

prophylactique, préventif

a substance that promotes bowel movements to relieve constipation

purgatif, laxatif

purgatif, laxatif

Ex: Some fruits and vegetables can act as purgatives.

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

relaxant musculaire, sédatif

relaxant musculaire, sédatif

Ex: Prolonged use relaxants may have side effects and should be monitored .

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

sédatif

sédatif

a medication taken to induce sleep or relieve insomnia

somnifère

somnifère

Ex: The doctor recommended lifestyle changes along with sleeping pill to improve her overall sleep quality .
statin
[nom]

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

statine, médicament antihyperlipidémiant

statine, médicament antihyperlipidémiant

Ex: Statins are often used to manage high cholesterol levels .

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

suppositoire, suppositoire médical

suppositoire, suppositoire médical

Ex: suppository quickly melted , delivering the pain-relieving medication .

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

suppressant, soupresseur

suppressant, soupresseur

Ex: suppressant can be a useful addition to cold remedies for symptom relief .
booster
[nom]

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

piqûre de rappel

piqûre de rappel

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

teinture, tincture

teinture, tincture

Ex: The patient reported positive effects after using the tincture as recommended .
vaccine
[nom]

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

vaccin

vaccin

Ex: The annual vaccine is recommended for vulnerable populations such as the elderly and young children .

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

anesthésique local, anesthésie locale

anesthésique local, anesthésie locale

Ex: local anesthetic gel eased the discomfort during the minor skin procedure .

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

contraceptif

contraceptif

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

médicament contre la toux, médicament pour la toux, antitussif

médicament contre la toux, médicament pour la toux, antitussif

Ex: cough medicine worked quickly to relieve his symptoms .

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

diazépam

diazépam

downer
[nom]

a sedative or depressant drug, particularly a barbiturate

tranquillisant, sédatif

tranquillisant, sédatif

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

laxatif

laxatif

‌a substance one drinks that helps to treat or relieve indigestion

sel de foie

sel de foie

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

témazépam

témazépam

tonic
[nom]

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

tonique

tonique

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

pharmaceutique, substance médicamenteuse

pharmaceutique, substance médicamenteuse

Ex: The doctor considered the patient 's medical history before prescribing pharmaceutic.

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

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