dose or prescribed amount of medicine, chemical reagents, or radiation

a chemical or pharmaceutical substance that has been processed into a specific form, such as pills, liquids, ointments, or vaccines

a chemical substance used to cause a reaction, or used to test for the presence of another substance; also called [[试药|試藥|shi4 yao4]]

sedative; tranquilizer; a type of medicine used to calm the nerves and treat anxiety or insomnia

substance added to something else to improve its qualities, such as a food additive, preservative, or pigment

stimulant or drug that promotes activity in the central nervous system, heart, or lungs; performance-enhancing drug (doping) used in athletics

to adjust, regulate, or redistribute (resources, time, or mental state) to reach a balance or meet needs, often providing variety or a change of pace

a drug or chemical compound prepared according to a prescription or medical standard

a drug that causes a temporary loss of sensation or awareness

inhibitor; suppressant; negative catalyst; depressor

a liquid substance capable of dissolving other substances to form a solution

(chemistry) a substance that changes the rate of a chemical reaction without being consumed itself (also called [[触媒|觸媒|chu4 mei2]]); (figurative) an external factor that promotes the development of something or causes a change to happen

A professional trained in pharmacy who dispenses and manages medications; druggist.

insecticide; pesticide; chemical agent used for the prevention and killing of harmful insects

medicine used to neutralize or counteract the effects of a poison

detergent; cleaning agent; cleanser

the physical form of a finished pharmaceutical product, such as a pill, powder, or liquid

preservative; antiseptic; a chemical agent used to prevent decay by inhibiting or stopping the growth of microorganisms

a substance, such as oil, grease, or powder, applied between machine parts or surfaces to reduce friction and wear

a liquid medicine or compound prepared by mixing several drugs in fixed proportions

medicine in the form of granules or powder to be taken after being mixed with boiling water or other liquid

a chemical agent used for whitening or removing color from materials such as fabric or paper

a medicinal tablet or pill in a flat shape

a substance applied to the body or used in a space to prevent or mask unpleasant odors

Chemical substance used to kill or inhibit the growth of bacteria and viruses

an injectable liquid medicine; medical solution for injection

formula or prescription of specific medicinal ingredients and dosages used in traditional Chinese medicine

1. A preparation with no pharmacological effect, designed to look like medicine and used for its psychological benefits or in clinical trials; 2. Anything that provides comfort or psychological relief without solving the underlying problem

a toxic chemical substance or drug

(bound form) additive or reagent; any auxiliary chemical agent used in industrial processes such as solvents, fillers, or plasticizers

detergent; cleaning agent; a substance used for removing dirt, typically a liquid chemical product

a liquid medicine or preparation in the form of an emulsion, typically consisting of oil and water mixed together with the help of an emulsifier

A type of Chinese medicine prepared by boiling herbs in water and filtering out the residue; a liquid dose or decoction.

weed killer; a chemical agent used to kill unwanted plants

Powdered medication or chemical agent; dust.

an analgesic or medication used to relieve or eliminate pain

A cardiotonic drug used to strengthen heart muscle contractions and treat heart failure or shock

An agent used to kill or inhibit the growth of fungi or bacteria

A substance used to help two liquids that usually do not mix, such as oil and water, form a stable and uniform mixture.

oxidizing agent; oxidant; a substance that causes another substance to be oxidized in a chemical reaction while itself being reduced

An additive used to increase the sweetness of food or drinks.

A solvent used to reduce the concentration or viscosity of a substance, such as paint or ink; a diluter.

(Chinese medicine) a liquid herbal medicine made by boiling herbs in water and straining out the solids; potion

protective agent; a substance used to protect something from damage or chemical reaction

medicine used to suppress or relieve pain; analgesic; anodyne

A substance added to materials like synthetic resins or rubber to make them softer and more flexible.

A solid medication shaped like a small rod or ball that is inserted into the rectum, vagina, or urethra, where it melts or dissolves to provide treatment.

coolant; cooler; kryogenin

substance that attracts and holds liquid or gas molecules to its surface or takes in another substance; adsorbent; absorbent