Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

discontinue-medication

verb

/ˌdɪs.kənˈtɪn.juː/ ˌmɛdɪˈkeɪʃən/

Definition

To stop taking a prescribed medication before the treatment course is over.

Examples

After consulting with her doctor, she decided to discontinue medication for her anxiety.
He experienced severe side effects, which led him to discontinue medication immediately.
It is important to never discontinue medication without professional advice.

Meaning

Discontinuing medication means to cease using a particular drug or treatment that was previously prescribed, often due to side effects, improvement in symptoms, or personal reasons.