Pharmacy Terms

verb to become or cause to become incorporated into a liquid so as to form a solution

• The process of dissolving a solid into a liquid is known as dissolution.
• I love watching sugar dissolving in my coffee.
• I can't believe how fast that argument dissolved into chaos.
• Their friendship started dissolving after the betrayal.

noun a gradual decrease in thickness or width

verb to diminish or decrease gradually

• The doctor advised the patient to gradually taper off the medication to avoid any adverse effects.
• I'm going to taper my workout routine to prevent any injuries.
• I need to taper my spending this month and save some money.
• As the conversation continued, his voice began to taper off into a whisper.

noun a medication applied to the surface of the body

adjective relating to current events or subjects of interest

• The research paper covers a wide range of topical issues in the field of economics.
• I love discussing topical news with my friends over coffee.
• That show is so topical, it always keeps up with the latest trends.
• His speech was like a topical storm, hitting on all the important points with force.

noun a medication or substance used to counteract the effects of poison or overdose

verb to administer a medication or substance to counteract the effects of poison or overdose

• The pharmacist recommended a new repill for the patient's condition.
• I need to remember to repill my vitamins for the week.
• Hey, can you repill my water bottle for me?
• She felt like she needed to repill her energy after a long day at work.

noun UTI stands for Urinary Tract Infection, which is an infection in any part of the urinary system, including the kidneys, bladder, ureters, and urethra.

• The patient was diagnosed with a urinary tract infection (UTI) and prescribed antibiotics.
• I heard that Sarah had a UTI and had to go to the doctor for treatment.
• My friend told me she got a UTI from holding her pee for too long.
• Dealing with that difficult client was like trying to fight off a UTI - uncomfortable and never-ending.

noun a cleansing agent or substance

verb to cleanse or purify

• The cleaning solution was specifically designed to absterge stubborn stains from the fabric.
• I need to absterge this mess before my parents get home.
• I'll absterge the kitchen before we start cooking dinner.
• It's important to absterge negative thoughts from your mind to maintain a positive outlook.