Definition

A medication that reduces stomach acid production and is used to treat conditions like ulcers in the digestive system.

Example

The doctor prescribed cimetidine to help with my stomach ulcer.

Conversation

Have you heard about cimetidine for treating stomach issues?

Yeah, I think it's used for ulcers, right?

Exactly! My doctor mentioned it when I was having some pain.

Sounds like it could really help — I should ask my doctor about it too.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Cimetidine is derived from the chemical structure of the compound, which includes the prefix "cim-" (from the chemical name) and the suffix "-tidine" (indicating a class of compounds related to histamine). The word itself does not have traditional Latin or Greek roots but is a coined term in modern chemistry. It refers to a medication that inhibits stomach acid production.

Memory Tip

Think of 'cim-' as part of the chemical name and '-tidine' indicating a class of compounds, which helps you remember that cimetidine is a medication related to reducing stomach acid.

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