Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the phrase
Materia Medica.
Materia Medica - as a noun
The science or study of drugs: their preparation and properties and uses and effects
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
pharmacological medicinepharmacology25Hypernyms (Closely Related)
medical specialtymedicine13Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Example Sentences
"The materia medica includes a comprehensive list of medicinal substances."
"She studied the materia medica to gain knowledge about herbal remedies."
"The pharmacist consulted the materia medica to find the appropriate dosage for the patient."
"The materia medica provides detailed information on the properties and uses of various drugs."
"Traditional Chinese medicine relies heavily on the principles of materia medica."
