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a substance or preparation used to treat disease
the doctor prescribed two different medications for the infection
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Recent Examples of medications
Patients may receive implants, temporary teeth, a final bridge, accommodation, transfers, and medications as part of one plan.
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Wyles Daniel, USA Today, 29 Apr. 2026
Cuban doctors have decried the total lack of medications, saying that health care on the island has hit rock bottom.
—Sarah Moreno
updated April 29, Miami Herald, 29 Apr. 2026
Felton also said parents should keep medications, including Benadryl, stored safely in the home so that children don’t have unlimited access to them.
—Ciara McCarthy 29, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 29 Apr. 2026
Herbal remedies are the basis for many medications, and in certain situations may be efficacious (though dosing is much harder).
—Hannah Kerman, STAT, 29 Apr. 2026
The Belarusian human rights group Viasna said he repeatedly was denied essential medications and refused contact with his wife and children.
—Claudia Ciobanu, Los Angeles Times, 28 Apr. 2026
Key Takeaways People taking GLP-1 medications spend 5% to 8% less on groceries.
—Abby Norman, Verywell Health, 28 Apr. 2026
And while other medications prescribed for anxiety, like certain anti-depressants, can take weeks to work, propranolol can take effect within an hour.
—The Week Uk, TheWeek, 22 Apr. 2026
According to Lee, there are medications that can help but would need to be administered within a specific time frame.
—Lauryn Overhultz, FOXNews.com, 22 Apr. 2026
Wyles Daniel, USA Today, 29 Apr. 2026
Cuban doctors have decried the total lack of medications, saying that health care on the island has hit rock bottom.
—Sarah Moreno
updated April 29, Miami Herald, 29 Apr. 2026
Felton also said parents should keep medications, including Benadryl, stored safely in the home so that children don’t have unlimited access to them.
—Ciara McCarthy 29, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 29 Apr. 2026
Herbal remedies are the basis for many medications, and in certain situations may be efficacious (though dosing is much harder).
—Hannah Kerman, STAT, 29 Apr. 2026
The Belarusian human rights group Viasna said he repeatedly was denied essential medications and refused contact with his wife and children.
—Claudia Ciobanu, Los Angeles Times, 28 Apr. 2026
Key Takeaways People taking GLP-1 medications spend 5% to 8% less on groceries.
—Abby Norman, Verywell Health, 28 Apr. 2026
And while other medications prescribed for anxiety, like certain anti-depressants, can take weeks to work, propranolol can take effect within an hour.
—The Week Uk, TheWeek, 22 Apr. 2026
According to Lee, there are medications that can help but would need to be administered within a specific time frame.
—Lauryn Overhultz, FOXNews.com, 22 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for medications
Noun
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But the drugs come with a multitude of side effects, too.—
Laya Neelakandan,
CNBC,
2 May 2026
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Britney Spears has been charged with driving under the influence of drugs and alcohol, a misdemeanor, according to the Ventura County district attorney’s office.—
Emily St. Martin,
Los Angeles Times,
1 May 2026
Noun
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Peters’ February list of medicines and substances also included Accutane (oral isotretinoin) to treat acne.—
Erin Vanderhoof,
Vanity Fair,
29 Apr. 2026
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The sales decline was only partially offset by the growth of newer medicines like breast cancer treatment Kisqali and multiple sclerosis drug Kesimpta.—
Elsa Ohlen,
CNBC,
28 Apr. 2026
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If OpenAI is found liable, Gonzalez Rogers will hear arguments for the remedies phase, which is scheduled to begin on May 18.—
Ashley Capoot,
CNBC,
24 Apr. 2026
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Governments are responding to the external shock with subsidies and other fiscal remedies.—
Juan Pablo Spinetto,
Mercury News,
23 Apr. 2026
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“Medications.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/medications. Accessed 2 May. 2026.
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