Definition

A book or publication that contains a list of medicinal drugs and their effects, uses, and standards for quality.

Example

The pharmacist referred to the pharmacopeia to check the proper dosage of the medication.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of the term pharmacopeia?

Yeah, I think it refers to a book that lists medicinal drugs and their effects.

Exactly! It's like a reference guide for pharmacists and doctors.

That sounds really useful, especially for understanding different medications.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Pharmacopeia → It is formed from "pharmakon" (Greek, meaning drug or medicine) and "poiein" (Greek, meaning to make). The word refers to a book or compendium that makes or lists drugs and their uses.

Memory Tip

Think of 'pharmakon' meaning drug and 'poiein' meaning to make — a pharmacopeia is a book that makes or lists medicines.

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