antiviral drug

noun phrase

Meaning

A medication specifically designed to inhibit the development or replication of viruses within the body.

Examples

Patients with chronic hepatitis often require a daily antiviral drug to manage their condition.
The effectiveness of an antiviral drug depends largely on how soon it is administered after symptoms appear.

Synonyms: antiviral, antiviral medication, antiviral agent, antiviral therapy

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antiviral drug

noun phrase

Pronunciation: /ˌæntiˈvaɪrəl drʌɡ/

Definition

A medication specifically designed to inhibit the development or replication of viruses within the body.

Examples

Patients with chronic hepatitis often require a daily antiviral drug to manage their condition.
The effectiveness of an antiviral drug depends largely on how soon it is administered after symptoms appear.

Synonyms of antiviral drug

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