Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

medicated

Adjective
/ˈmɛdɪkeɪtɪd/
Definition
Having been treated or prepared with a medicinal substance.
Examples
  • The medicated cream helped soothe the rash on her skin.
  • He took a medicated cough syrup to relieve his symptoms.
  • The medicated shampoo can treat dandruff effectively.
Meaning
Refers to any product or substance that has been infused or combined with medicine or active ingredients to provide therapeutic benefits.
Synonyms
  • medicinal
  • therapeutic
  • pharmaceutical
  • curative