contraindicated

American  

[kon-truh-in-di-key-tid] / ˌkɒn trəˈɪn dɪ keɪ tɪd /

adjective

Medicine/Medical.

1. (of a particular remedy or treatment) advised against in specified cases or under specified conditions.

   In acute and chronic illnesses, 20–30% of people not only didn't receive recommended treatment, but actually received contraindicated treatment.

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verb

1. the simple past tense and past participle of contraindicate.

Etymology

Origin of contraindicated

contraindicate ( def. ) + -ed ² ( def. )

Example Sentences

International guidelines, and the grafts' manufacturer, go further, describing the practice as contraindicated, meaning it may be harmful to patients.

From BBC • Mar. 15, 2024

Exercise does not always prevent bone loss, takes up valuable crew time, and may be contraindicated for certain types of injuries.

From Science Daily • Sep. 18, 2023

Amias said that in such a case, couples therapy is "contraindicated," adding the usual couples therapists screen for domestic violence during an initial intake with the clients.

From Salon • Apr. 28, 2022

Just weeks before our departure, however, Veronique came down with medical issues for which extended walking was contraindicated.

From Washington Post • Sep. 2, 2021

Cathartics with their harsh action on the delicate membranes are contraindicated.

From Maintaining Health Formerly Health and Efficiency by Alsaker, R. L.