Synonyms of medication

medication

noun

ˌme-di-ˈkā-shən 

as in drug

a substance or preparation used to treat disease

the doctor prescribed two different medications for the infection

Synonyms & Similar Words

• drug
• medicine
• remedy
• cure
• prescription
• medicinal
• pill
• medicament
• pharmaceutical
• potion
• antibiotic
• physic
• specific
• syrup
• injection
• tablet
• prescription drug
• serum
• botanical
• panacea
• tonic
• patent medicine
• nostrum
• capsule
• lotion
• ointment
• wonder drug
• tincture
• cure-all
• cap
• salve
• miracle drug
• liniment
• poultice
• antiseptic
• purgative
• cordial
• shot
• embrocation
• cathartic

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of medication

What followed was an awake brain surgery, 33 rounds of proton radiation, chemotherapy, medications, scans, bloodwork, and a new, unrelenting relationship with my body and mind. — Stefanie Benjamin, Travel + Leisure, 26 Sep. 2026

Meanwhile, the Aviation Medication Transparency Act seeks to provide aviators and their medical providers with clarity as to which medications can be taken and which cannot. — Peter White, Deadline, 25 Sep. 2026

These medications are so wonderful because people with osteoporosis or osteopenia who take them have a lower risk of morbidity and mortality associated with hip fractures and vertebral compression fractures. — Stephanie Brown, Verywell Health, 25 Sep. 2026

For example, someone who regularly sees a specialist, takes an ongoing prescription medication, or has an upcoming medical procedure has very different needs than someone who primarily wants coverage for an unexpected medical expense. — Karen Koehler, Charlotte Observer, 25 Sep. 2026