Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
premedicate
verb
/ˌpriːˈmɛdɪkeɪt/
Definition
To administer medication to a patient before a procedure or treatment.
Examples
- Before the dental surgery, the doctor decided to premedicate the patient to alleviate anxiety.
- For the procedure to go smoothly, it was important to premedicate with the appropriate pain relief.
Meaning
The act of providing medication in advance to prepare for surgery or another medical procedure.
Synonyms
- prepare
- medicate beforehand
- administer prior
