prescribed dose or quantity of medicine to be taken

(chemical or pharmaceutical) preparation

a substance added to something in small quantities to improve, preserve, or alter its properties, encompassing both industrial chemicals and food additives

performance-enhancing drugs used by athletes to gain an unfair advantage in competition

to adjust or redistribute resources, funds, or supplies to balance surplus and deficiency

a medicinal drug or pharmaceutical preparation

an anesthetic; (fig.) a narcotic

a substance that slows down or prevents a particular chemical reaction or biological process

a chemical substance used for killing insects or other pests

a chemical substance or solution used for removing dirt, grease, or stains

dosage form or delivery mechanism of a medicine (e.g. pill, powder, etc.)

a substance added to food or other perishable materials to prevent decomposition or spoilage

medicine to be taken after being mixed with water or other liquid

bleach; bleaching agent

(pharmacology) tablet

fluid loaded into a syringe for a hypodermic injection

a medicinal formula or recipe, especially in traditional Chinese medicine

a toxic agent or poison gas used for military or harmful purposes

a substance added to a material to improve its physical or chemical properties, or to aid in its processing

a chemical substance used for cleaning, such as laundry powder, dish soap, or industrial cleaners

weed killer or herbicide

a substance or drug used to relieve pain

cardiac stimulant

a disinfectant

a substance that causes oxidation in other substances during a chemical reaction

sweetener used as a food additive

a liquid medicinal preparation made by boiling ingredients, especially herbs in traditional medicine

protective agent

A drug or medicine used to relieve or eliminate pain.

adsorbent; absorbent

a chemical substance used to whiten or brighten materials such as paper, textiles, or cosmetics

a chemical substance used to provide thrust for a rocket or other projectile