Medical Terms

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A drug used to treat both the intestinal and extra-intestinal forms of amebic infections. The ideal amebacide is capable of eliminating amebic cysts from the intestines.

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Amebacide

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Chemically inert powder which have the ability to adsorb gases, toxins and bacteria

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Adsorbent

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Failure of menstruation

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Amenorrhea

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A central nervous system (CNS) stimulant which is employed primarily to counter act drug-induced respiratory depression. This action is largely the result of a direct stimulation of the respiratory center.

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Analeptic

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Lack of desire for food

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Anorexia

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A drug that induces loss of appetite for food

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Anorexic or anorectic

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A medication used to combat or relieve the distress and pain of arthritis ( inflammation of joints)

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Antiarthritic

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A substance given to counteract poison

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Antidote

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A substance that relieves itching

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Antipruritic

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A drug used to relieve or prevent spasm

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Antispasmodic

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An agent that relieves or prevents flatulence

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Antiflatulent

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A medical preparation containing a significant quantity of chemical substance that is produced by microorganism or artificially by synthesis and that has the capacity to inhibit or destroy microorganisms in dilute solution

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Antibiotic

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A drug used in the treatment of malaria cause by several species of protozoa, Plasmodium

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Antimalarial

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An agent that kills microorganisms or suppresses their multiplication or growth

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Antimicrobial agent

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Includes alcohol and several creams cool by evaporation

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Antiphlogistic

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An agent which stimulates sexual desire

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Aphrodisiac

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A medication or agent which causes contraction or constriction of tissues.

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Astringent

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An agent capable of producing ataraxia ( perfect peace or calmness); a tranquilizer

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Ataractic

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A substance used empirically to increase salivary and gastric secretion to improve appetite

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Bitters

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Inflammation of the lungs

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Bronchitis

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A soft semiliquid external application which either stimulate a body surface or alleviate an inflamed area by supplying medicating substance in the presence of heat and moisture.

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Cataplasm or poultice

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A tropical agent that causes destruction of tissues at the site of application

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Caustic (corrosive)

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A medication used to increase the flow of bile

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Cholagogue

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Inflammation of the colon (large intestines)

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Colitis

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Inflammation of the mucous membrane lining the inner surface of the eyelids and covering the part of the eyeball

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Conjunctivitis

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An agent that prevents passage of active spermatozoa from the vagina into the uterus

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Contraceptive

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Inflammation of the urinary bladder

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Cystitis

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A protective agent which is employed primarily to alleviate irritation particularly of mucous membranes or abraded tissue. They are also often applied to the skin

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Demulcent

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A substance that masks offensive odors

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Deodorant

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Inflammation of the skin

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Dermatitis

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Preparations used to remove hair from the body

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Depilatories

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An agent used to promote sweating or perspiration

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Diaphoretic

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Painful or difficult menstruation

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Dysmenorrhea

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A bland, fatty or oleaginous substance which may be applied locally, particularly to the skin and also to mucous membranes or abraded tissues

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Emollient

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Proteins whose biologic function is the catalysis (hastening) of chemical reactions in living system that are highly specific

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Enzymes or biocatalysts

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Inflammation of the stomach

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Gastritis

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Inflammation of gums

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Gingivitis

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An agent that increases the hemoglobin content of the blood through erythocytes

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Hematinic

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Inflammation of the membrane covering the brain and the spinal cord

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Meningitis

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Inflammation of the kidney

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Nephritis

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Inflammation of the nerves

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Neuritis

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Drugs that stimulate the smooth muscles of the uterus

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Oxytocics

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A medication given o relieve, not to cure or a form of treatment directed toward relief rather than a cure, as in some cases of extensive cancer.

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Palliative

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Inflammation of the veins

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Phlebitis

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Inflammation of the nose

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Rhinitis

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Inflammation of the mouth

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Stomatitis