English Words for "Describing Medicines"

Antibacterial

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

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The school cafeteria uses antibacterial solutions to sanitize tables.

Mom bought an antibacterial spray to clean the kitchen counters.

Antiviral

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inhibiting or destroying the growth and replication of viruses

Corrective

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

Habit-forming

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/hˈæbɪtfˈɔːɹmɪŋ/

(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

nonaddictive

Intravenous

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administered into or taking place in a vein

Mind-bending

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/mˈaɪndbˈɛndɪŋ/

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

Pharmaceutical

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related to the production, use, or sale of medicines

Potent

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

Prophylactic

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

Psychedelic

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

Psychoactive

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

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Remedial

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

Nonprescription

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/ˌnɑnpɹəsˈkɹɪpʃən/

(medicine) available for purchase without requiring a prescription from a healthcare professional

prescription(a)

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