n. pill
Definition of pill in English
Small, solid dose of medication, designed for oral administration.
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Types of Medicines II
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n. tablet
Definition of tablet in English
Small, solid dose of compacted, medicinal powder.
n. dragée
Definition of dragée in English
Tablet that is covered in a pleasantly flavoured substance, typically round.
n. capsule
Definition of capsule in English
Tablet that is comprised of medicinal powder contained in a hardened casing.
n. ampoule
Definition of ampoule in English
Small, sealed vial, typically made of glass, which contains a dose of liquid.
n. effervescent tablet
Definition of effervescent tablet in English
Tablet that dissolves and releases bubbles when placed in water.
n. proton-pump inhibitor
Definition of proton-pump inhibitor in English
Drug that reduces gastric production of hydrochloric acid.
n. placebo
Definition of placebo in English
Substance without medicinal components that can produce positive effects if its efficacy is believed and its composition is unknown.
n. pill box
Definition of pill box in English
Small case that is designed to store and transport pills.