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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
And while other medications prescribed for anxiety, like certain anti-depressants, can take weeks to work, propranolol can take effect within an hour.
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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
Revolution Medicines has received a voucher from the FDA’s Commissioner’s National Priority Voucher pilot program, which is designed to expedite the review of certain medications.
—Eva Flowe
april 21, Charlotte Observer, 21 Apr. 2026
Nampa and Meridian are participating in events Saturday as well, where people may dispose of prescription medications and over-the-counter meds — for pets as well as humans.
—Rachel Roberts, Idaho Statesman, 21 Apr. 2026
With pollen seasons growing longer and more intense each year, starting medications earlier, reducing indoor allergen exposure and using tools like saline rinses and steam can meaningfully reduce how hard this season hits.
—Allison Palmer, Kansas City Star, 21 Apr. 2026
Through Amazon Pharmacy, patients will be able to access medications including Novo Nordisk’s Wegovy as well as newer oral GLP-1 options.
—Brandon Gomez, CNBC, 21 Apr. 2026
Importantly, the patches don’t contain any of the compounds found in prescription ADHD medications.
—Erica Sweeney, EverydayHealth.com, 20 Apr. 2026
Manage symptoms with rest and over-the-counter medications.
—Eva Flowe
april 20, Miami Herald, 20 Apr. 2026
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
Revolution Medicines has received a voucher from the FDA’s Commissioner’s National Priority Voucher pilot program, which is designed to expedite the review of certain medications.
—Eva Flowe
april 21, Charlotte Observer, 21 Apr. 2026
Nampa and Meridian are participating in events Saturday as well, where people may dispose of prescription medications and over-the-counter meds — for pets as well as humans.
—Rachel Roberts, Idaho Statesman, 21 Apr. 2026
With pollen seasons growing longer and more intense each year, starting medications earlier, reducing indoor allergen exposure and using tools like saline rinses and steam can meaningfully reduce how hard this season hits.
—Allison Palmer, Kansas City Star, 21 Apr. 2026
Through Amazon Pharmacy, patients will be able to access medications including Novo Nordisk’s Wegovy as well as newer oral GLP-1 options.
—Brandon Gomez, CNBC, 21 Apr. 2026
Importantly, the patches don’t contain any of the compounds found in prescription ADHD medications.
—Erica Sweeney, EverydayHealth.com, 20 Apr. 2026
Manage symptoms with rest and over-the-counter medications.
—Eva Flowe
april 20, Miami Herald, 20 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for medications
Noun
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At the start of the year, China removed a three-decade-old tax exemption on contraceptive drugs and devices.—
Sean Nevin,
NBC news,
24 Apr. 2026
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Some of Kennedy’s top allies and staffers are proponents of the drugs.—
Matthew Perrone,
Fortune,
24 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Many refrigerated medicines spoil when the power goes out.—
The Week US,
TheWeek,
20 Apr. 2026
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The global market for those medicines is projected to grow to more than $24 billion by 2035, according to the investment bank.—
Liz Napolitano,
CNBC,
17 Apr. 2026
Noun
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Florida has vigorously fought any effort to force health administrators to pay for additional in-home nursing, or to implement other remedies that might reduce the state’s reliance on institutions.—
Carol Marbin Miller,
Miami Herald,
11 Apr. 2026
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This all comes down to the idea that rights aren’t really rights without remedies.—
New York Daily News Editorial Board,
New York Daily News,
9 Apr. 2026
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“Medications.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/medications. Accessed 25 Apr. 2026.
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