Medical Science - Specific Medicines

Here you will learn some English words related to specific medicines, such as "aspirin", "codeine", and "antibiotic".

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a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug that helps with pain, swelling, and fever

Ex: Ibuprofen helps to ease the pain of menstrual cramps .
lithium [noun]

a form of medicine mainly used to control mood in individuals with bipolar disorder

Ex: Individuals on lithium should stay hydrated , as dehydration can affect its effectiveness .
morphine [noun]

a narcotic drug that is extracted from opium and is medicinally used to relieve pain

an analgesic drug that alleviates mild or chronic pain and reduces fever in most cases

any of variation of antibiotics obtained from Penicillium moulds and used to treat or prevent a wide range of bacterial infections

Ex: The discovery of penicillin revolutionized medicine .
valium [noun]

a tranquilizing drug, often used as a muscle relaxant, that can relieve anxiety and tension

Viagra [noun]

a medicine that helps men with difficulties in getting or maintaining an erection

Ex: The effects of Viagra typically last for a few hours .

a milky white liquid medication containing magnesium hydroxide that helps with constipation and stomach discomfort

Ex: Milk of magnesia is available over-the-counter at most pharmacies .
prozac [noun]

a synthetic compound used to treat the illness of depression, panic attacks, certain eating disorders, and obsessive-compulsive disorder

Rohypnol [noun]

a powerful sedative primarily used to treat severe insomnia or induce anesthesia, commonly misused for its ability to cause memory loss and sedation

Ex: The police issued a warning about the illegal use of Rohypnol .

a medicine that fights bacteria, commonly used to treat tuberculosis and other bacterial infections

Ex: After taking streptomycin , the patient 's symptoms improved rapidly .

a medicine that helps treat breast cancer by blocking the effects of estrogen on cancer cells

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Tylenol [noun]

a brand of acetaminophen, a widely used over-the-counter pain reliever and fever reducer

Ex: After her headache , Lisa took Tylenol for relief .
warfarin [noun]

a medicine that helps prevent blood clots from forming in the body

Ex: Warfarin helps thin the blood and reduces the risk of clotting .

a medicine that helps lower cholesterol and prevents heart problems

Ex: Mary uses atorvastatin to manage her high cholesterol .

a synthetic thyroid hormone used to treat hypothyroidism and other thyroid-related conditions

a medicine that helps with stomach problems by lowering the amount of acid it produces

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a type of medicine used to treat allergies or neutralize their effects

Ex: The doctor recommended an antihistamine for his seasonal allergies .

a drug that is used to destroy bacteria or stop their growth, like Penicillin

a medication commonly prescribed to treat nerve pain and seizures by stabilizing electrical activity in the brain

Ex: Tim 's dosage of gabapentin was adjusted for better pain relief .

a medicine that helps people breathe better by relaxing the muscles in their airways

Ex: He keeps albuterol in his inhaler for emergency use .
losartan [noun]

a medication used to treat high blood pressure, heart conditions, and kidney damage in diabetes

an oral medication that helps control blood sugar in people with type 2 diabetes

Ex: Daniel takes metformin every day to help manage his diabetes .

a prescription opioid for moderate to severe pain, with potential for dependence

a medicine used to help people with anxiety and panic attacks feel calmer

Ex: The nurse provided instructions on when and how to take alprazolam .

a medicine that helps slow down the HIV virus in people with AIDS

Ex: Tim 's doctor adjusted his zidovudine dosage for better virus control .
aspirin [noun]

a type of medicine taken to relieve pain, bring down a fever, etc.

Ex: He keeps a bottle of aspirin in his desk drawer for emergencies .
codeine [noun]

a sleep-inducing drug used to treat or reduce mild to moderate pain

a combination of medications, usually mifepristone followed by misoprostol, used to terminate an early pregnancy

Ex: The abortion pill is a safe and legal way to end an early pregnancy .

a medicine taken by mouth to prevent pregnancy by stopping the release of eggs and making it harder for sperm to reach the egg

Ex: John 's partner chose birth control pills as a convenient family planning option .