drug

a drug (or other chemical agent) that causes abortion

an abortion-inducing drug (trade name RU_486) developed in France; when taken during the first five weeks of pregnancy it blocks the action of progesterone so that the uterus sloughs off the embryo

(biochemistry) a drug that can combine with a receptor on a cell to produce a physiological reaction

a drug that causes temporary loss of bodily sensations

an anesthetic that anesthetizes the entire body and causes loss of consciousness

an anesthetic that produces anesthesia when injected into the circulatory system

anesthetic that numbs a particular area of the body

an anesthetic that is injected into the spine

a drug that neutralizes or counteracts the effects of another drug

an antagonist for estrogen that is used in the treatment of breast cancer

an antagonist used to counteract the effects of narcotics (especially to counteract the depression of respiration)

a drug (or other chemical agent) that is effective against syphilis

a class of drugs that block the action of tumor necrosis factor (TNF); used in cases of rheumatoid arthritis because TNF instigates inflammation of the joints

a genetically engineered anti-TNF compound (trade name Enbrel) consisting of receptors that bind TNF; it is injected twice a week in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis

an anti-TNF compound (trade name Remicade) consisting of an antibody directed against TNF; it is given intravenously at one-month to three-month intervals; used in treatment of regional enteritis and rheumatoid arthritis

an anti-TNF compound (trade name Arava) that is given orally; can slow the progression of rheumatoid arthritis by slowing the proliferation of white blood cells which reduces inflammation in the synovium

a drug made from part of a plant (as the bark or root or leaves)

a drug that has a trade name and is protected by a patent (can be produced and sold only by the company holding the patent)

a drug or chemical substance whose possession and use are controlled by law

the most commonly used illicit drug; considered a soft drug, it consists of the dried leaves of the hemp plant; smoked or chewed for euphoric effect

a controlled substance that is usually taken by young people at dance clubs and raves

a narcotic that is considered relatively strong and likely to cause addiction

a powerful hallucinogenic drug manufactured from lysergic acid

an amphetamine derivative (trade name Methedrine) used in the form of a crystalline hydrochloride; used as a stimulant to the nervous system and as an appetite suppressant

an addictive narcotic extracted from seed capsules of the opium poppy

a drug that causes dilation

a drug that causes dilation of blood vessels

any substance that tends to increase the flow of urine, which causes the body to get rid of excess water

a diuretic (trade names Hygroton and Thalidone) used to control hypertension and conditions that cause edema; effective in lowering blood pressure to prevent heart attacks

diuretic (trade name Edecrin) used to treat edema

commonly used diuretic (trade name Lasix) used to treat hypertension and edema

diuretic (trade name Lozal) used in the treatment of hypertension

a diuretic (trade name Osmitrol) used to promote the excretion of urine

any of a group of drugs commonly used as diuretics in the treatment of hypertension; they block the reabsorption of sodium in the kidneys

a drug that is taken for nonmedicinal reasons (usually for mind-altering effects); drug abuse can lead to physical and mental damage and (with some substances) dependence and addiction

a central nervous system stimulant that increases energy and decreases appetite; used to treat narcolepsy and some forms of depression

a habit-forming drug that is not addictive but its use may lead to the use of other addictive drugs

a powerful hallucinogenic drug manufactured from lysergic acid

a drug that reduces excitability and calms a person

a drug of abuse that is considered relatively mild and not likely to cause addiction

leaves of the tobacco plant dried and prepared for smoking or ingestion

a liquor or brew containing alcohol as the active agent

trade name of a drug rich in iron; used to treat some kinds of anemia

trade name of a drug rich in iron; used to treat some types of anemia

a drug used to increase a woman's fertility

a fertility drug (trade name Clomid) that is used to stimulate ovulation and that has been associated with multiple births

when the patent protection for a brand-name drug expires generic versions of the drug can be offered for sale if the FDA agrees

a drug that can produce a state of intoxication

drug (trade name Lorfan) that is related to morphine but that counteracts the respiratory depression produced by morphine poisoning but without affecting its analgesic effects

(medicine) something that treats or prevents or alleviates the symptoms of disease

an oral antiviral drug (trade name Zovirax) used to treat genital herpes; does not cure the disease but relieves the symptoms

a tablet (trade name Fosamax) prescribed to prevent or treat osteoporosis in women after menopause

a drug (trade name Zyloprim) used to treat gout and other conditions in which there is an excessive buildup of uric acid

a drug (trade name Inocor) used intravenously in heart failure; increases strength of contraction of myocardium

a medicine used to relieve pain

a drug that is designed to prevent the growth of blood vessels that nourish tumors

a drug used to treat an abnormal heart rhythm

any drug that destroys bacteria or inhibits their growth

a substance that opposes or blocks the action of acetylcholine

a medicine that inhibits cholinesterase by combining with it and so has a cholinergic effect

medicine that prevents or retards the clotting of blood

a drug used to treat or prevent convulsions (as in epilepsy)

any of a class of drugs used to treat depression; often have undesirable side effects

a drug used to treat diabetes mellitus

a drug used to control or stop diarrhea

a drug that limits the formation of urine

a drug that prevents or alleviates nausea and vomiting

a medicine used to treat allergies and hypersensitive reactions and colds; works by counteracting the effects of histamine on a receptor site

a drug that reduces high blood pressure

a medicine intended to reduce inflammation

a medicinal drug used to fight diseases (like malaria) that are caused by protozoa

any medicine that lowers body temperature to prevent or alleviate fever

a substance that destroys micro-organisms that carry disease without harming body tissues

a drug used to relieve or prevent spasms (especially of the smooth muscles)

any medicine used to suppress or relieve coughing

any drug that destroys viruses

a drug combination found in some over-the-counter headache remedies (aspirin and phenacetin and caffeine)

a drug that causes contraction of body tissues and canals

an oral dose of radioactive substance used in treatment and diagnosis of cancer

an immunosuppressive drug (trade name Imuran) used to prevent rejection of a transplanted organ

a class of drugs that inhibit (block) some biological process

a drug that relaxes and dilates the bronchial passageways and improves the passages of air into the lungs

any of a class of drugs that block the flow of the electrolyte calcium (either in nerve cell conduction or smooth muscle contraction of the heart); has been used in the treatment of angina or arrhythmia or hypertension or migraine

medication that prevents the formation of gas in the alimentary tract or eases its passing

a drug (trade name Atromid-S) that reduces lipids in the blood serum; used to treat some cardiovascular diseases

a blood thinner (trade name Plavix) approved for the treatment of mild heart attacks; works by preventing blood platelets from sticking together to form clots that would restrict blood flow

medicine intended to relieve the symptoms of the common cold

a medicine applied locally to produce superficial inflammation in order to reduce deeper inflammation

any drug that has a toxic effect on cells; commonly used in chemotherapy to inhibit the proliferation of cancerous cells

a drug that decreases pulmonary congestion

a medication (in the form of an oil or salve etc.) that soothes inflamed or injured skin

used to produce perspiration

a drug (trade name Antabuse) used in the treatment of alcoholism; causes nausea and vomiting if alcohol is ingested

a measured portion of medicine taken at any one time

the trade name for a drug used to treat upper respiratory congestion; it contains an antihistamine and a bronchodilator and a vasoconstrictor

a combination of protease inhibitors taken with reverse transcriptase inhibitors; used in treating AIDS and HIV

a medicine promoting expectoration

drug containing fixed amounts of two or more ingredients

medication (trade name Lopid) used to lower the levels of triglyceride in the blood

a medicine that increases the hemoglobin content of the blood; used to treat iron-deficiency anemia

a medicine made from plants and used to prevent or treat disease or promote health

a medicine used to treat the gastric effects of histamine in cases of peptic ulcers and gastritis and gastroesophageal reflux; works by blocking the effects of histamine on the receptor site known as H2

a drug that lowers the body's normal immune response

a medication to be taken by inhaling it

drug (trade name Isuprel) used to treat bronchial asthma and to stimulate the heart

drug (trade name Isordil) used to treat angina pectoris and congestive heart failure

a medicine that lowers blood cholesterol levels by inhibiting HMG-CoA reductase

parasympathomimetic drug (trademark Mecholyl) that stimulates secretions and smooth muscle activity

a medicine made from the seeds of an Asiatic tree; contains strychnine and brucine; formerly used as a stimulant

a drug that is sold without a prescription

a drug that induces labor by stimulating contractions of the muscles of the uterus

medicine used to treat diarrhea

medicine that is protected by a patent and available without a doctor's prescription

a drug (trade name Cuprimine) used to treat heavy metal poisoning and Wilson's disease and severe arthritis

a drug used as a circulatory and respiratory stimulant; larger doses cause convulsions in shock therapy; Metrazol is a trademark

drug or medicine that is prepared or dispensed in pharmacies and used in medical treatment

an innocuous or inert medication; given as a pacifier or to the control group in experiments on the efficacy of a drug

any of various cosmetic or medical preparations dispensed in the form of a pulverized powder

a drug that is available only with written instructions from a doctor or dentist to a pharmacist

a uricosuric drug that reduces the level of uric acid in the blood; used to treat gout

a purging medicine; stimulates evacuation of the bowels

a medicine or therapy that cures disease or relieve pain

a medicine for external application that produces redness of the skin

a drug that reduces excitability and calms a person

medicine in the form of a syrup that has a calming effect

a medicine that has a mitigating effect on a specific disease

medicine consisting of a tablet (trade name Carafate) used to treat peptic ulcers; said to bind to the ulcer site and coat it

a medicine that causes or increases sweating

a small plug of medication designed for insertion into the rectum or vagina where it melts

(pharmacology) a medicine consisting of an extract in an alcohol solution

a medicine that strengthens and invigorates

a drug used in cases of chronic myeloid leukemia

an agent that kills worms (especially those in the intestines)

a medication capable of causing the evacuation of parasitic intestinal worms

a drug that causes miosis (constriction of the pupil of the eye)

a drug that causes the pupil of the eye to dilate; used to aid eye examinations

a poisonous crystalline alkaloid extracted from the nightshade family; used as an antispasmodic and to dilate the eye pupil; also administered in large amounts as an antidote for organophosphate nerve agents or organophosphate insecticides

a drug that produces numbness or stupor; often taken for pleasure or to reduce pain; extensive use can lead to addiction

a narcotic that is considered relatively strong and likely to cause addiction

a synthetic narcotic drug (trade name Demerol) used to treat pain

synthetic narcotic drug similar to morphine but less habit-forming; used in narcotic detoxification and maintenance of heroin addiction

a narcotic drug that contains opium or an opium derivative

an addictive narcotic extracted from seed capsules of the opium poppy

a narcotic drug that is used only occasionally and is claimed to be nonaddictive

a drug of abuse that is considered relatively mild and not likely to cause addiction

a drug (trade name Trental) used to treat claudication; believed to increase the flexibility of red blood cells so they can flow through the blood vessels to the legs and feet

a drug that can produce mood changes and distorted perceptions

a psychoactive drug deliberately synthesized to avoid anti-drug laws; mimics the effects of a banned drug; law was revised in 1986 to ban designer drugs

psychoactive substance present in marijuana; used therapeutically to control nausea associated with cancer therapy

a psychoactive drug that tends to produce elation and euphoria

a psychoactive drug that induces hallucinations or altered sensory experiences

psychoactive substance present in marijuana

a chemical substance that can influence human consciousness

a drug used to reduce stress or tension without reducing mental clarity

a drug that relaxes and relieves tension

a drug that reduces muscle contractility by blocking the transmission of nerve impulses or by decreasing the excitability of the motor end plate or by other actions

a drug that induces sleep

a soporific drug that produces an uncontrollable desire to sleep

a soporific drug in the form of a pill (or tablet or capsule)

a drug that temporarily quickens some vital process

a central nervous system stimulant that increases energy and decreases appetite; used to treat narcolepsy and some forms of depression

a medication used as a stimulant to the central nervous system

a drug or other agent that stimulates sexual desire

a colorless pungent liquid sometimes used as a stimulant drug by drug abusers

the leaves of the shrub Catha edulis which are chewed like tobacco or used to make tea; has the effect of a euphoric stimulant

central nervous system stimulant (trade name Ritalin) used in the treatment of narcolepsy in adults and attention deficit disorder in children

a container of stimulant drug (amyl nitrate or butyl nitrite)

a drug that suppresses appetite

a drug that augments the activity of another drug

drug to treat impotence attributable to erectile dysfunction

a virility drug (trade name Vasomax) to treat erectile dysfunction in men

virility drug (trade name Viagra) used to treat erectile dysfunction in men

virility drug (trade name Cialis) used to treat erectile dysfunction in men

virility drug (trade name Levitra) used to treat erectile dysfunction in men

a pesticide or drug containing arsenic