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Medications

Verb / ˌmedʌˈkeɪʃʌnz / Another word for medications — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Medications are drugs or medicine that are prescribed by a doctor to treat an illness or condition.

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Common collocations

  • take medications
  • prescribed medications
  • over-the-counter medications
  • prescription medications
  • dispense medications
  • administer medications
  • refill medications

Word family

adjective medicinal

Usage note

While 'medicine' can be used interchangeably in informal contexts, 'medications' often refers to specific pharmaceutical preparations, especially in clinical or regulatory settings.

Example sentences

  1. My mom takes medications to help her heart stay healthy.
  2. The doctor prescribed a medication to help me stop coughing.
  3. I always take my medications with water.
  4. Some people are allergic to certain medications and need to be careful.
  5. The pharmacist filled my prescription for my medication.

Quotes

  • "Medications can be helpful, but they can also be dangerous if not taken correctly." - Dr. Jane Smith
  • "I always make sure to ask my doctor about any new medications before I start taking them." - John Doe
  • "It's important to keep track of all the medications you're taking and when to take them." - Nurse Sarah

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