medication

• Substância, como remédio ou medicamento, usada para tratar, prevenir ou controlar uma doença, lesão ou condição médica.

A substance, such as a drug or medicine, used for the treatment, prevention, or management of a disease, injury, or medical condition.

1. Medicine or drugB1formalmedical

   A substance used for medical treatment, especially to cure or manage a disease or condition.

   Medicamento

   • The doctor prescribed a new medication for her high blood pressure.
   • Always take your medication exactly as directed by your physician.
   • Some medications can cause side effects like drowsiness.

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2. Treatment processB2formalmedical

   The act or process of treating a patient with medicine.

   Tratamento medicamentoso

   • The patient is currently under medication for the infection.
   • Proper medication is essential for managing chronic illnesses.
   • The nurse monitored the patient's response to the medication.

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