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Medicinsk Vetenskap - Typer av medicin

Här kommer du att lära dig några engelska ord relaterade till de olika typerna av medicin, som "motgift", "emetic" och "smärtstillande".

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antidepressant
[Substantiv]

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

antidepressiv medel, antidepressiv läkemedel

antidepressiv medel, antidepressiv läkemedel

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antidote
[Substantiv]

a substance that counteracts or controls the effects of a poison

motgift, antidot

motgift, antidot

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

inhibiting or destroying the growth and replication of viruses

antiviral, virushämmande

antiviral, virushämmande

Ex: Antiviral treatments are often administered to patients with herpes simplex virus infections .
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antiviral
[Substantiv]

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

antiviral medel, antivirusläkemedel

antiviral medel, antivirusläkemedel

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

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

amfetamin, amfetaminpreparat

amfetamin, amfetaminpreparat

Ex: amphetamines can result in addiction and serious side effects .
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analgesic
[Substantiv]

a pain-relieving medication

analgetikum, smärtstillande medel

analgetikum, smärtstillande medel

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

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

antacidum, syreneutraliserande medel

antacidum, syreneutraliserande medel

Ex: Antacids can neutralize stomach acid and provide fast relief .
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anticoagulant
[Substantiv]

a substance or medication that inhibits the clotting of blood

antikoagulantia, blodförtunnande medel

antikoagulantia, blodförtunnande medel

Ex: In cases of pulmonary embolism , emergency room physicians often anticoagulants to prevent further clot formation .
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anti-inflammatory
[Substantiv]

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

antiinflammatoriska läkemedel, inflammationshämmande medel

antiinflammatoriska läkemedel, inflammationshämmande medel

Ex: anti-inflammatory spray is helpful for soothing sunburned skin .
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barbiturate
[Substantiv]

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

barbiturat, barbiturater

barbiturat, barbiturater

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beta blocker
[Substantiv]

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

betablockerare, beta-blockerare

betablockerare, beta-blockerare

Ex: Beta blockers can help improve survival rates in patients with heart failure .
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decongestant
[Substantiv]

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

avsvällande medel, dekongestiv

avsvällande medel, dekongestiv

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

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

depressiv medel, depressant

depressiv medel, depressant

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

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

emetisk, kvalmframkallande

emetisk, kvalmframkallande

Ex: The quick administration of emetic can help prevent further absorption of harmful substances .
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expectorant
[Substantiv]

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

slemlösande, expektorant

slemlösande, expektorant

Ex: Taking expectorant before bedtime eased my nighttime coughing .
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fertility drug
[Substantiv]

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

fertilitetsmedel, fertilitetsdroger

fertilitetsmedel, fertilitetsdroger

Ex: fertility drugs requires careful monitoring by healthcare professionals .
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herbal medicine
[Substantiv]

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

växtmedicin, örtläkemedel

växtmedicin, örtläkemedel

Ex: herbal medicine into daily routines can support overall health .
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hypnotic
[Substantiv]

a medication that induces sleep

hypnotikum, sömnmedel

hypnotikum, sömnmedel

Ex: The pharmacist provided guidance on the proper dosage and potential side effects of the hypnotic.
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magic bullet
[Substantiv]

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

mirakelmedicin, undermedicin

mirakelmedicin, undermedicin

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

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

multivitamin, multivitaminpreparat

multivitamin, multivitaminpreparat

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

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

opioid, opiat

opioid, opiat

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painkiller
[Substantiv]

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

smärtstillande medel, värktablett

smärtstillande medel, värktablett

Ex: He relied on painkiller to cope with chronic pain from his condition .
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pastille
[Substantiv]

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

pastill, halstablett

pastill, halstablett

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patent medicine
[Substantiv]

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

patentmedicin, receptfria läkemedel

patentmedicin, receptfria läkemedel

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

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

pessar, vaginalstöd

pessar, vaginalstöd

Ex: Inserting pessary is a straightforward procedure that can be done at home .
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prescription drug
[Substantiv]

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

receptbelagda läkemedel, receptpliktigt läkemedel

receptbelagda läkemedel, receptpliktigt läkemedel

Ex: He went to the pharmacy to pick up prescription drug for pain relief .
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prophylactic
[Substantiv]

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

profylaktisk medicin, profylaktiskt medel

profylaktisk medicin, profylaktiskt medel

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purgative
[Substantiv]

a substance that promotes bowel movements to relieve constipation

avförande medel, laxermedel

avförande medel, laxermedel

Ex: Some fruits and vegetables can act as purgatives.
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relaxant
[Substantiv]

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

muskelavslappnande medel, avslappnande medel

muskelavslappnande medel, avslappnande medel

Ex: Prolonged use relaxants may have side effects and should be monitored .
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sedative
[Substantiv]

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

sedativ, lugnande

sedativ, lugnande

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sleeping pill
[Substantiv]

a medication taken to induce sleep or relieve insomnia

sömnmedel, sovtablett

sömnmedel, sovtablett

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

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

statin, kolesterolsänkande medel

statin, kolesterolsänkande medel

Ex: Statins are often used to manage high cholesterol levels .
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suppository
[Substantiv]

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

suppositorium, stödmedel

suppositorium, stödmedel

Ex: suppository quickly melted , delivering the pain-relieving medication .
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suppressant
[Substantiv]

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

suppressant, suppressiv medel

suppressant, suppressiv medel

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

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

booster, påfyllnadsdos

booster, påfyllnadsdos

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tincture
[Substantiv]

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

tinktur, extrakt

tinktur, extrakt

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

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

vaccin, vaccinpreparat

vaccin, vaccinpreparat

Ex: The annual vaccine is recommended for vulnerable populations such as the elderly and young children .
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local anesthetic
[Substantiv]

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

lokalbedövning, lokalanestetik

lokalbedövning, lokalanestetik

Ex: local anesthetic gel eased the discomfort during the minor skin procedure .
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contraceptive
[Substantiv]

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

preventivmedel, kontraceptiv

preventivmedel, kontraceptiv

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cough medicine
[Substantiv]

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

hostmedicin, hosta medicin

hostmedicin, hosta medicin

Ex: cough medicine worked quickly to relieve his symptoms .
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diazepam
[Substantiv]

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

diazepam, tranquilizer

diazepam, tranquilizer

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downer
[Substantiv]

a sedative or depressant drug, particularly a barbiturate

dämpande medel, depressiv substans

dämpande medel, depressiv substans

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laxative
[Substantiv]

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

laxativ, avföringsmedel

laxativ, avföringsmedel

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liver salts
[Substantiv]

‌a substance one drinks that helps to treat or relieve indigestion

lever-salt, leversalt

lever-salt, leversalt

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temazepam
[Substantiv]

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

temazepam, läkemedel mot ångest och sömnlöshet

temazepam, läkemedel mot ångest och sömnlöshet

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tonic
[Substantiv]

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

tonikum, stärkningsmedel

tonikum, stärkningsmedel

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pharmaceutic
[Substantiv]

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

läkemedel, farmaceutisk substans

läkemedel, farmaceutisk substans

Ex: The doctor considered the patient 's medical history before prescribing pharmaceutic.
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tranquilizer
[Substantiv]

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

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