Definition

The use of medications to treat diseases or medical conditions.

Example

Pharmacotherapy is often the first line of treatment for many chronic illnesses.

Conversation

Have you heard about pharmacotherapy for treating anxiety?

Yeah, I read that it can be really effective for some people.

I wonder how it compares to therapy sessions without drugs.

I think it depends on the person, but pharmacotherapy can be a good option.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Pharmacotherapy → It is formed from "pharmakon" (meaning drug or medicine) and "therapeia" (meaning treatment or healing). The word refers to the treatment of diseases through the use of drugs or medications.

Memory Tip

Think of 'pharmakon' as relating to drugs and 'therapeia' as healing — together, they describe the healing process through medication.

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