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antidepressant
/ˌæntidɪˈpɹɛsənt/
noun
a drug that is used to treat people who feel extremely sad and anxious
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antidote
/ˈænɪˌdoʊt/, /ˈæntɪˌdoʊt/
noun
a substance that counteracts or controls the effects of a poison
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antiviral
/ˌæntiˈvaɪɹəɫ/
adjective
inhibiting or destroying the growth and replication of viruses
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antiviral
/ˌæntiˈvaɪɹəɫ/
noun
(of a drug or therapy) effective against viral infections caused by a virus
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barbiturate
/bɑɹˈbɪtʃɝət/
noun
any organic compound derived from barbituric acid that is used as a sedative and greatly reduces the activity of the nervous system
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amphetamine
/æmˈfɛtəˌmin/
noun
a stimulant used for ADHD and narcolepsy but is also associated with misuse and addiction
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analgesic
/ˌænəɫˈdʒisɪk/
noun
a pain-relieving medication or substance
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antacid
/ˈæntˌæsɪd/
noun
medication that reduces or neutralizes the acidity of the body, particularly the stomach
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anticoagulant
/ˌæntɪkoʊˈæɡjʊlənt/
noun
a substance or medication that inhibits the clotting of blood
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anti-inflammatory
/ˈæntaɪɪnflˈæmətˌoːɹi/
noun
the substances, medications, or treatments that reduce inflammation and alleviate symptoms associated with inflammatory conditions, such as pain and swelling
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beta blocker
/bˈeɪɾə blˈɑːkɚ/
noun
a medication that reduces heart rate and blood pressure by blocking the effects of adrenaline
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decongestant
/dikənˈdʒɛstənt/, /dɪkənˈdʒɛstənt/
noun
medicine used when someone has a cold and a blocked nose to help them breath more easily
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depressant
/dɪˈpɹɛsənt/
noun
a substance, such as a medication or alcohol, that slows down the central nervous system, causing relaxation and reduced function
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emetic
/ɪˈmɛtɪk/
noun
a substance that causes vomiting and is used in cases of poisoning or overdose to remove harmful substances from the stomach
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expectorant
/ɪkˈspɛktɝənt/
noun
a medicine that helps clear mucus and phlegm, relieving coughs and congestion
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fertility drug
/fɜːtˈɪlɪɾi dɹˈʌɡ/
noun
a medication designed to enhance fertility by addressing hormonal imbalances or stimulating the ovaries to improve the chances of conception
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herbal medicine
/hˈɜːbəl mˈɛdəsən/
noun
the medicinal products made from plants or plant extracts used for their therapeutic properties
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hypnotic
/hɪpˈnɑtɪk/
noun
a substance or medication that induces sleep
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magic bullet
/mˈædʒɪk bˈʊlɪt/
noun
a simple and effective solution or remedy, especially in the context of medicine or problem-solving
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multivitamin
/ˌməɫtiˈvaɪˌtəmən/
noun
a dietary supplement that contains a combination of essential vitamins and minerals, commonly taken orally in the form of tablets, capsules, or gummies
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opioid
/ˈoʊpɪˌɔɪd/
noun
any drugs with the same effects as opium, medicinally used for reducing extreme pain
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painkiller
/ˈpeɪnˌkɪɫɝ/
noun
a type of medicine that is used to reduce or relieve pain
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pastille
/pˈæstɪl/
noun
a sweet that contains medicine or is flavored with fruit to treat sore throat
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patent medicine
/pˈæʔn̩t mˈɛdəsən/
noun
over-the-counter remedies sold without scientific validation for their effectiveness and safety
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pessary
/pˈɛsɚɹi/
noun
a device placed in the vagina to support pelvic organs or manage certain gynecological conditions
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prescription drug
/pɹɪskɹˈɪpʃən dɹˈʌɡ/
noun
a medication available only with a written order from a healthcare professional
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prophylactic
/ˌpɹɑfɪˈɫæktɪk/, /ˌpɹoʊfɪˈɫæktɪk/
noun
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
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purgative
/pˈɜːɡətˌɪv/
noun
a substance that promotes bowel movements to relieve constipation
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relaxant
/ɹɪlˈæksənt/
noun
a substance or medication that induces a state of relaxation by reducing tension, stress, or muscle activity
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sedative
/ˈsɛdətɪv/
noun
any drug that is used to make one feel calm or induce sleep
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sleeping pill
/slˈiːpɪŋ pˈɪl/
noun
a soporific drug taken as a tablet or capsule
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statin
/ˈsteɪtɪn/
noun
a medication that lowers cholesterol levels to reduce the risk of cardiovascular diseases
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suppository
/sˈʌpəsɪtˌoːɹi/
noun
a medication form inserted into the body, usually in the rectum or vagina, where it dissolves or melts to release the medication
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suppressant
/səˈpɹɛsənt/
noun
a substance that controls or inhibits certain physiological processes, commonly used to alleviate symptoms like coughing or appetite
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booster
/ˈbustɝ/
noun
an additional dose of vaccine required periodically in order to increase, maintain, or renew the effects of a previous one
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tincture
/ˈtɪŋktʃɝ/
noun
(pharmacology) a liquid medicine made by soaking a plant or herb in alcohol to extract its healing properties
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vaccine
/ˌvækˈsin/
noun
a substance, often administered through needle injections, that stimulates the body's immune response against harmful diseases
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local anesthetic
/lˈoʊkəl ˌænɪsθˈɛɾɪk/
noun
a medication that numbs a specific part of the body to block pain during medical procedures
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contraceptive
/ˌkɑntɹəˈsɛptɪv/
noun
any device, drug, or method that is used to prevent pregnancy
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cough medicine
/kˈɔf mˈɛdəsən/
noun
a‌ medicine, often in a form of liquid, that one takes to relieve coughing
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diazepam
/dˈaɪəzˌɛpæm/
noun
a tranquilizing drug used to treat mild to moderate anxiety and tension
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downer
/ˈdaʊnɝ/
noun
a sedative or depressant drug, particularly a barbiturate
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laxative
/ˈɫæksətɪv/
noun
a substance, usually a drug, used to stimulate evacuation of the bowels
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liver salts
/lˈɪvɚ sˈɑːlts/
noun
‌a substance one drinks that helps to treat or relieve indigestion
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temazepam
/tˈɛmeɪzpˌæm/
noun
a drug that is used to treat symptoms of anxiety and insomnia
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tonic
/ˈtɑnɪk/
noun
a drug that makes one feel stronger, healthier, or better, particularly used to treat exhaustion
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pharmaceutic
/fˌɑːɹmɐsˈuːɾɪk/
noun
a medicinal substance, particularly one prepared for use as a drug
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tranquillizer
/tɹˈænkwɪlˌaɪzɚ/
noun
a medication that induces a state of calmness and relaxation, often prescribed to alleviate anxiety or promote sleep
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