Prophylactic (Noun)
Meaning 1
Remedy that prevents or slows the course of an illness or disease; "the doctor recommended several preventatives".
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The patient was prescribed a prophylactic to reduce the risk of complications before undergoing surgery.
- Regular exercise is often cited as a prophylactic against heart disease.
- The pharmaceutical company was working on a new prophylactic treatment for malaria.
- Prophylactic antibiotics are often used to prevent infection in patients with compromised immune systems.
- The dentist recommended a fluoride mouthwash as a prophylactic measure to prevent tooth decay.
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Meaning 2
Contraceptive device consisting of a sheath of thin rubber or latex that is worn over the penis during intercourse.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.