Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

pilula

Noun
/ˈpɪl.ju.lə/
Definition
A small, round medicinal tablet.
Examples
  • The doctor prescribed a pilula to help alleviate the patient’s symptoms.
  • After the surgery, she was advised to take a pilula every six hours.
  • He found it easier to swallow the pilula than larger tablets.
Meaning
The term ‘pilula’ refers to a tiny, often rounded pill that is used for medical purposes, typically for delivering medication.
Synonyms
  • Tablet
  • Pill
  • Capsule