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Vocabulary for IELTS Academic (Band 5) - Medicine

Here, you will learn some English words related to Medicine that are necessary for the Basic Academic IELTS exam.

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Vocabulary for IELTS Academic (Band 5)
drug
[noun]

any substance that is used for medicinal purposes

Ex: The pharmaceutical industry continually researches and develops drugs to address emerging health challenges and improve patient outcomes .
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the written instructions of a doctor that allow the patient to get the medicines needed

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pill
[noun]

a small round medication we take whole when we are sick

Ex: You should not take pill on an empty stomach .
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tablet
[noun]

a small round piece of medicine, containing an active drug and excipients, that should usually be swallowed

Ex: Tablets often come in blister packs for easy use .
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capsule
[noun]

a type of small, rounded drug that has medicine inside, which when swallowed releases its medical substance

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vaccine
[noun]

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

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

the action of putting a drug into a person's body using a syringe

Ex: The athlete received a injection before the game to manage a recurring injury .
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the pressure at which one's blood circulates one's body

Ex: Stress can significantly blood pressure, causing it to rise temporarily during tense situations .
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a secondary effect of any drug or medicine, usually an undesirable one

Ex: Although the pain reliever worked well for her headaches , she decided to stop taking it due to the side effects that interfered with her daily activities .
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remedy
[noun]

a treatment or medicine for a disease or to reduce pain that is not severe

Ex: The herbalist suggested remedy made from chamomile and lavender to promote relaxation and sleep .
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treatment
[noun]

an action that is done to relieve pain or cure a disease, wound, etc.

Ex: treatment of acute illnesses can prevent complications and facilitate a quicker recovery process .
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clinic
[noun]

a part of a hospital or a healthcare facility that provides care for patients who do not require an overnight stay

Ex: They opened a clinic in the community to provide healthcare services to underserved populations .
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pharmacy
[noun]

a shop where medicines are sold

Ex: They visited pharmacy for advice on managing a chronic condition with medication .
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operation
[noun]

a medical process in which a part of body is cut open to repair or remove a damaged organ

Ex: Prior to operation, the medical staff conducted several tests to assess the patient ’s overall health .
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a type of medicine that is used to reduce or relieve pain

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

a liquid medication that is administered in small quantities, typically using a dropper or similar device

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