pharmacology
[fahr-muh-kol-uh-jee]
- the science dealing with the preparation, uses, and especially the effects of drugs.
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This is the life of one of them and, in a pharmacologic sense, the story of us all.
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In any case, Shoemakers statement has no bearing whatever on the pharmacologic action of pure amorphous phosphorus.
No data on the pharmacologic actions of oxyl-iodide are presented in the manufacturers literature.
pharmacology
- the science of drugs, including their characteristics and uses
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pharmacology
(fär′mə-kŏl′ə-jē)- The science of drugs, including their composition, uses, and effects.
- The characteristics or properties of a drug, especially those that make it medically effective.
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pharmacology
[fär′mə-kŏl′ə-jē]
- The scientific study of drugs and their effects, especially in the treatment of disease.
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