Medication in Tagalog

Medication in Tagalog is “Gamot” or “Medikasyon” – the essential term for any medicine or drug used to treat, prevent, or diagnose diseases. Understanding this word is crucial for healthcare communication in the Philippines, whether you’re a traveler, medical professional, or learning the language. Let’s explore the deeper nuances of this important term.

[Words] = Medication

[Definition]:

• Medication /ˌmedɪˈkeɪʃən/
• Noun 1: A drug or other form of medicine that is used to treat or prevent disease.
• Noun 2: The act or process of treating a patient with medicine.
• Noun 3: A substance used for medical treatment, especially a medicine or drug taken by mouth.

[Synonyms] = Gamot, Medikasyon, Medisina, Remedyo, Lunas

[Example]:

• Ex1_EN: The doctor prescribed a new medication to help control my blood pressure.
• Ex1_PH: Ang doktor ay nagresetang bagong gamot upang makatulong na kontrolin ang aking presyon ng dugo.
• Ex2_EN: Always take your medication with food to avoid stomach irritation.
• Ex2_PH: Laging inumin ang iyong medikasyon kasama ng pagkain upang maiwasan ang pag-irita ng sikmura.
• Ex3_EN: She forgot to bring her medication on the trip.
• Ex3_PH: Nakalimutan niyang dalhin ang kanyang gamot sa biyahe.
• Ex4_EN: The pharmacy has a wide selection of over-the-counter medications.
• Ex4_PH: Ang parmasya ay may malawak na pagpipilian ng mga gamot na hindi na kailangan ng reseta.
• Ex5_EN: It’s important to follow the medication schedule exactly as prescribed.
• Ex5_PH: Mahalaga na sundin ang iskedyul ng medikasyon eksakto ayon sa reseta.