#drug  a substance that is used as a medicine or narcotic
  supertype:  #agent.causal_agent  a substance that exerts some force or effect
  part of:  #pharmacopoeia
  subtype:  #abortifacient__aborticide__abortion-inducing_drug  a drug (or other chemical agent) that causes abortion
     subtype:  #abortion_pill__RU_486__Mifepristone  an abortion-inducing drug (trade name Mifepristone) developed in France; when taken during the first five weeks of pregnancy it blocks the action of progesterone so that the uterus sloughs off the embryo
  subtype:  #anesthetic_agent__anesthetic__anaesthetic__anaesthetic_agent__anaestheticagent  a drug that causes temporary loss of bodily sensations
     subtype:  #general_anesthetic__generalanesthetic__general_anaesthetic__generalanaesthetic  an anesthetic that anesthetizes entire body and causes loss of consciousness
        subtype:  #inhalation_anesthetic__inhalation_anaesthetic__inhalation_general_anesthetic__inhalation_general_anaesthetic  a gas that produces general anesthesia when inhaled
           subtype:  #chloroform__trichloromethane  a volatile liquid haloform (CHCl3); formerly used as an anesthetic; "chloroform was the first inhalation anesthetic"
           subtype:  #cyclopropane  a colorless flammable gas sometimes used as an inhalation anesthetic
           subtype:  #divinyl_ether__divinylether__ether__ethoxyethane__vinyl_ether__vinylether__diethel_ether__diethelether__ethyl_ether__ethylether  a colorless volatile highly inflammable liquid used as an inhalation anesthetic
              subtype:  #enflurane__Ethrane  a nonflammable liquid (trade name Ethrane) used as an inhalation general anesthetic
           subtype:  #halothane  a nonflammable inhalation anesthetic that produces general anesthesia; used along with analgesics and muscle relaxants for many types of surgical procedures
           subtype:  #isoflurane  a widely used inhalation anesthetic
           subtype:  #nitrous_oxide__nitrousoxide__laughing_gas  inhalation anesthetic used as an anesthetic in dentistry and surgery
        subtype:  #ketamine_hydrochloride__ketamine__Ketalar  a general anesthetic (not a barbiturate) that is administered intravenously or intramuscularly; used mainly for minor surgery and with geriatric or pediatric patients
     subtype:  #intravenous_anesthetic__intravenousanesthetic  an anesthetic that produces anesthesia when injected into the circulatory system
        subtype:  #dibucaine  a local anesthetic that is administered by injection
        subtype:  #tribromoethanol__tribromoethyl_alcohol__tribromoethylalcohol  an intravenous anesthetic
        subtype:  #truth_serum__truthserum__truth_drug__truthdrug  an intravenous anesthetic drug that has a hypnotic effect; induces relaxation and weakens inhibitions; is believed to induce people to talk freely
           subtype:  #amobarbital  a barbiturate with sedative and hypnotic effects; used to relive insomnia and as an anticonvulsant
              subtype:  #amobarbital_sodium__amobarbitalsodium__blue__blue_angel__Amytal  the sodium salt of amobarbital that is used as a barbiturate; used as a sedative and a hypnotic
           subtype:  #thiopental_sodium__thiopental__thiopentobarbital_sodium__thiopentobarbitalsodium__Pentothal  barbiturate that is a hygroscopic powder (trade name Pentothal) that is a strong barbiturate that acts rapidly; induces a relaxed state when injected as a general anesthetic
     subtype:  #local_anesthetic__localanesthetic__local_anaesthetic__localanaesthetic__local__topical_anesthetic__topicalanesthetic__topical_anaesthetic__topicalanaesthetic  anesthetic that numbs a local area of the body
        subtype:  #anesthyl  a mixture of methyl and ethyl chloride; sprayed on as a local anesthetic
        subtype:  #antipruritic  a substance that relieves or prevents itching
        subtype:  #benzocaine__ethyl_aminobenzoate__ethylaminobenzoate  a white crystalline ester used as a local anesthetic
        subtype:  #butacaine_sulfate__butacainesulfate__butacaine  a white crystalline ester that is applied to mucous membranes as a local anesthetic
        subtype:  #ethyl_chloride__ethylchloride  a colorless flammable gas used as a local surface anesthetic
        subtype:  #lidocaine__Xylocaine  a local anesthetic (trade names Lidocaine and Xylocaine) used topically on the skin and mucous membranes
        subtype:  #procaine__Ethocaine  a white crystalline powder (trade name Ethocaine) administered near nerves as a local anesthetic in dentistry and medicine
           subtype:  #procaine_hydrochloride__novocaine__Novocain  procaine administered as a hydrochloride (trade name Novocain)
        subtype:  #tetracaine  a crystalline compound used in the form of a hydrochloride as a local anesthetic
     subtype:  #spinal_anesthetic__spinal_anaesthetic  an anesthetic that is injected into the spine
        subtype:  #piperocaine_hydrochloride__piperocainehydrochloride__piperocaine__Metycaine  a compound used in the form of its hydrochloride as a local or spinal anesthetic
  subtype:  #antagonist  a drug that neutralizes or counteracts the effects of another drug
     subtype:  #estrogen_antagonist__tamoxifen  an antagonist for estrogen that is used in the treatment of breast cancer
     subtype:  #narcotic_antagonist  an antagonist used to counteract the effects of narcotics (especially to counteract the depression of respiration)
        subtype:  #nalorphine__Nalline  a narcotic antagonist (trade name Nalline) that counteracts the effects of narcotics (especially the effects of poisoning by morphine)
        subtype:  #naloxone__Narcan  a potent narcotic antagonist (trade name Narcan) especially effective with morphine
        subtype:  #naltrexone  an oral antagonist against the action of opiates
  subtype:  #antisyphilitic  a drug (or other chemical agent) that is effective against syphilis
  subtype:  #anti-TNF_compound  a class of drugs that block the action of tumor necrosis factor (TNF); used in cases of rheumatoid arthritis because TNF instigates inflammation of the joints
     subtype:  #etanercept__Enbrel  a genetically engineered anti-TNF compound (trade name Enbrel) consisting of receptors that bind TNF; it is injected twice a week in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis
     subtype:  #infliximab__Remicade  an anti-TNF compound (trade name Remicade) consisting of an antibody directed against TNF; it is given intravenously at one- to three-month intervals; used in treatment of regional enteritis and rheumatoid arthritis
     subtype:  #leflunomide__Arava  an anti-TNF compound (trade name Arava) that is given orally; can slow the progression of rheumatoid arthritis by slowing the proliferation of white blood cells which reduces inflammation in the synovium
  subtype:  #dilator  a drug that causes dilation
     subtype:  #vasodilator__vasodilative  a drug that causes dilation of blood vessels
        subtype:  #amyl_nitrate  a vasodilator that is sometimes used to treat angina pectoris
        subtype:  #butyl_nitrite__butylnitrite__isobutyl_nitrite  a colorless pungent liquid sometimes used as a stimulant drug by drug abusers
        subtype:  #diazoxide__Hyperstat  vasodilator (trade name Hyperstat) used to treat severe hypertension
        subtype:  #hydralazine__Apresoline  an antihypertensive drug (trade name Apresoline) that dilates blood vessels; used (often with a diuretic) to treat hypertension and congestive heart failure
        subtype:  #minoxidil__Loniten__Rogaine  a vasodilator (trade name Loniten) used to treat severe hypertension; one side effect is hirsutism so it is also sold (trade name Rogaine) as a treatment for male-patterned baldness
        subtype:  #Nitrospan__Nitrostat  trade names for nitroglycerin used as a coronary vasodilator in the treatment of angina pectoris
        subtype:  #pentaerythritol__Peritrate  a coronary vasodilator (trade name Peritrate) used to treat angina pectoris
        subtype:  #tolazoline  vasodilator that is used to treat spasms of peripheral blood vessels (as in acrocyanosis)
        subtype:  #nitroglycerin__nitroglycerine__trinitroglycerin__glyceryl_trinitrate__glyceryltrinitrate__Nitrospan__Nitrostat  a heavy yellow poisonous oily explosive liquid obtained by nitrating glycerol; used in making explosives and medically as a vasodilator (trade names Nitrospan and Nitrostat)
  subtype:  #diuretic_drug__diuretic  any substance that tends to increase the flow of urine
     subtype:  #chlorothiazide__Diuril  a diuretic drug (trade name Diuril) used in the treatment of edema and hypertension
     subtype:  #ethacrynic_acid__Edecrin  diuretic (trade name Edecrin) used to treat edema
     subtype:  #furosemide__Lasix  commonly used diuretic (trade name Lasix) used to treat hypertension and edema
     subtype:  #hydrochlorothiazide__Esidrix__HydroDIURIL  a diuretic drug (trade name Esidrix and HydroDIURIL) used in the treatment of hypertension
     subtype:  #hydroflumethiazide  diuretic used to treat hypertension and edema
     subtype:  #indapamide__Lozal  diuretic (trade name Lozal) used in the treatment of hypertension
     subtype:  #mannitol__Osmitrol  a diuretic (trade name Osmitrol) used to promote the excretion of urine
     subtype:  #thiazide  any of a group of drugs commonly used as diuretics in the treatment of hypertension; they block the reabsorption of sodium in the kidneys
     subtype:  #trichlormethiazide__Naqua  diuretic drug (trade name Naqua) used to treat hypertension
  subtype:  #drug_of_abuse__street_drug  a drug that is taken for nonmedicinal reasons (usually for mind-altering effects); drug abuse can lead to physical and mental damage and (with some substances) dependence and addiction
     subtype:  #amphetamine__pep_pill__peppill__upper  a central nervous system stimulant that increases energy and decreases appetite; used to treat narcolepsy and some forms of depression
        subtype:  #amphetamine_sulfate__amphetaminesulfate__amphetamine_sulphate__amphetaminesulphate  a sulfate derivative of amphetamine that is used as a stimulant for the central nervous system
        subtype:  #Benzedrine__bennie  (trademark) a form of amphetamine
        subtype:  #dextroamphetamine_sulphate__dextroamphetaminesulphate__dexedrine  an isomer of amphetamine (trade name Dexedrine) used as a central nervous system stimulant
        subtype:  #methamphetamine_hydrochloride__methamphetaminehydrochloride__methamphetamine__Methedrine__meth__deoxyephedrine  amphetamine used in the form of a crystalline hydrochloride; used as a stimulant to the nervous system and as an appetite suppressant
     subtype:  #lysergic_acid_diethylamide__LSD__acid  a powerful hallucinogenic drug
     subtype:  #sedative_drug__sedative__depressant__downer  a drug that reduces excitability and calms a person
        subtype:  #bromide.sedative_drug  a sedative in the form of sodium or potassium bromide
        subtype:  #chloral_hydrate__chloralhydrate  a colorless crystalline drug used as a sedative; irritates the stomach and can be addictive
           subtype:  #knockout_drops__Mickey_Finn  chloral hydrate in combination with alcohol; usually administered surreptitiously to make the drinker unconscious
        subtype:  #glutethimide__Doriden  sedative (trade name Doriden) used to treat some sleep disorders
        subtype:  #sedative-hypnotic_drug__sedative-hypnotic  a sedative that depresses activity of the central nervous system and reduces anxiety and induces sleep
           subtype:  #barbiturate  organic compound having powerful soporific effect; overdose can be fatal
              subtype:  #amobarbital  a barbiturate with sedative and hypnotic effects; used to relive insomnia and as an anticonvulsant
              subtype:  #barbital__veronal__diethylbarbituric_acid__diethylbarbituricacid__diethylmalonylurea  a barbiturate used as a hypnotic
              subtype:  #mephobarbital__Mebaral  a long-acting crystalline barbiturate (trade name Mebaral) used as a sedative and as an anticonvulsant in the treatment of epilepsy
              subtype:  #pentobarbital_sodium__pentobarbitalsodium__Nembutal__yellow_jacket  a barbiturate (trade name Nembutal) used as a sedative and hypnotic and anti-spasmodic
              subtype:  #secobarbital_sodium__secobarbital__Seconal__red_devil__reddevil  barbiturate that is a white odorless slightly bitter powder (trade name Seconal) used as a sodium salt for sedation and to treat convulsions
              subtype:  #sodium_thiopental__phenobarbital__phenobarbitone__Luminal__purple_heart  a long-acting barbiturate used as a sedative
              subtype:  #thiopental_sodium__thiopental__thiopentobarbital_sodium__thiopentobarbitalsodium__Pentothal  barbiturate that is a hygroscopic powder (trade name Pentothal) that is a strong barbiturate that acts rapidly; induces a relaxed state when injected as a general anesthetic
           subtype:  #ethchlorvynol__Placidyl  a mild sedative-hypnotic drug (trade name Placidyl)
           subtype:  #methaqualone__Quaalude  sedative-hypnotic drug (trade name Quaalude) that is a drug of abuse
           subtype:  #thalidomide  a sedative and hypnotic drug; withdrawn from sale after discovered to cause severe birth defects because it inhibits angiogenesis
           subtype:  #tranquilizer__tranquillizer__tranquilliser__antianxiety_agent__antianxietyagent__ataractic_drug__ataracticdrug__ataractic_agent__ataracticagent__ataractic  a drug used to reduce stress or tension without reducing mental clarity
              subtype:  #major_tranquilizer__majortranquilizer__major_tranquillizer__majortranquillizer__antipsychotic_drug__antipsychoticdrug__antipsychotic_agent__antipsychoticagent__antipsychotic__neuroleptic_drug__neurolepticdrug__neuroleptic_agent__neurolepticagent__neuroleptic  tranquilizer used to treat psychotic conditions when a calming effect is desired
                 subtype:  #chlorpromazine__Thorazine  a drug (trade name Thorazine) derived from phenothiazine that has anti-psychotic effects and is used as a sedative and tranquilizer
                 subtype:  #diphenylbutyl_piperidine__diphenylbutylpiperidine  a group of antipsychotic drugs used mainly in the treatment of schizophrenia
                    subtype:  #pimozide  the most commonly used diphenylbutyl piperidine
                 subtype:  #fluphenazine  tranquilizer used to treat psychotic disorders
                 subtype:  #haloperidol__haldol  tranquilizer (trade name Haldol) used to treat some psychotic disorders and Tourette's syndrome
                 subtype:  #loxapine__Loxitane  a tranquilizer (trade name Loxitane) used to treat schizophrenia
                 subtype:  #molindone__Moban  antipsychotic drug (trade name Moban) used in the treatment of schizophrenia
                 subtype:  #prochlorperazine  antipsychotic and antiemetic drug used to treat schizophrenia and to combat nausea and vomiting
                 subtype:  #thioridazine__Mellaril  a tranquilizer (trade name Mellaril) used to treat schizophrenia and other psychotic disorders
                 subtype:  #thiothixene__Navane  a tranquilizer (trade name Navane) used to treat schizophrenia
                 subtype:  #lithium_carbonate__lithiumcarbonate__Lithane__Lithonate__Eskalith  a white powder (LiCO3) used in manufacturing glass and ceramics and as a drug; the drug (trade names Lithane or Lithonate or Eskalith) is used to treat some forms of depression and manic episodes of manic-depressive disorder
              subtype:  #minor_tranquilizer__minortranquilizer__minor_tranquillizer__minortranquillizer__antianxiety_drug__antianxietydrug__anxiolytic__anxiolytic_drug  a tranquilizer used to relieve anxiety and reduce tension and irritability
                 subtype:  #benzodiazepine  any of several similar lipophilic amines used as tranquilizers or sedatives or hypnotics or muscle relaxants; chronic use can lead to dependency
                    subtype:  #alprazolam__Xanax  an antianxiety agent (trade name Xanax) of the benzodiazepine class
                    subtype:  #chlordiazepoxide__Librium__librium__Libritabs  a tranquilizer (trade names Librium and Libritabs) used in the treatment of alcoholism
                    subtype:  #diazepam__Valium  a tranquilizer (trade name Valium) used to relieve anxiety and relax muscles; acts by enhancing the inhibitory actions of the neurotransmitter GABA
                    subtype:  #estazolam__ProSom  a frequently prescribed sleeping pill (trade name ProSom)
                    subtype:  #lorazepam__Ativan  tranquilizer (trade name Ativan) used to treat anxiety and tension and insomnia
                    subtype:  #midazolam__Versed  an injectable form of benzodiazepine (trade name Versed) useful for sedation and for reducing pain during uncomfortable medical procedures
                    subtype:  #nitrazepam  a hypnotic and sedative drug of the benzodiazepine type
                    subtype:  #temazepam__Restoril  a frequently prescribed benzodiazepine (trade name Restoril); takes effect slowly and lasts long enough to help those people who wake up frequently during the night
                    subtype:  #triazolam__Halcion  a form of benzodiazepine (trade name Halcion) frequently prescribed as a sleeping pill; usually given to people who have trouble falling asleep
                 subtype:  #buspirone__BuSpar  a drug (trade name BuSpar) designed specifically for anxiety
                 subtype:  #flurazepam_hydrochloride__flurazepam__Dalmane  tranquilizer (trade name Dalmane) used to treat insomnia
                 subtype:  #hydroxyzine_hydrochloride__hydroxyzinehydrochloride__hydroxyzine__Atarax__Vistaril  a drug (trade names Atarax and Vistaril) used as a tranquilizer to treat anxiety and motion sickness
                 subtype:  #meprobamate__Miltown__Equanil__Meprin  a sedative and tranquilizer (trade name Miltown and Equanil and Meprin) used to treat muscle tension and anxiety
                 subtype:  #oxazepam__Serax  a tranquilizing drug (trade name Serax) used to treat anxiety and insomnia and alcohol withdrawal
                 subtype:  #perphenazine__Triavil  tranquilizer and antidepressant (trade name Triavil) sometimes used as an antiemetic for adults
     subtype:  #soft_drug  a drug of abuse that is considered relatively mild
        subtype:  #bhang  a preparation of the leaves and flowers of the hemp plant; much used in India
        subtype:  #marijuana__cannabis__ganja__pot__gras__dope__weed__gage__sess__sens__smoke__skunk__Mary_Jane  a soft drug consisting of the dried leaves of the hemp plant; smoked or chewed for euphoric effect
           subtype:  #Acapulco_gold__Mexican_green  a particularly potent variety of marijuana
        subtype:  #hashish__hash  purified resinous extract of hemp plant; used as a hallucinogen
     subtype:  #baccy__tobacco  leaves of the tobacco plant dried and prepared for smoking or ingestion
        subtype:  #filler.baccy  the tobacco used to form the core of a cigar
        subtype:  #roll_of_tobacco__smoke  tobacco leaves that have been made into a cylinder
           subtype:  #cigar  a roll of tobacco for smoking
              subtype:  #cheroot  a cigar with both ends cut flat
              subtype:  #cigarillo  small cigar or cigarette wrapped in tobacco instead of paper
              subtype:  #claro  a cigar made with light-colored tobacco
              subtype:  #corona  a long cigar with blunt ends
              subtype:  #panatela__panetela__panetella  a long slender cigar
           subtype:  #cigarette__cigaret__coffin_nail__butt__fag  finely ground tobacco wrapped in paper; for smoking
              subtype:  #cubeb_cigarette__cubeb  a cigarette containing cubeb
              subtype:  #filter-tipped_cigarette  a cigarette with a filter tip
              subtype:  #marijuana_cigarette__marijuanacigarette__joint__reefer__stick  marijuana leaves rolled into a cigarette for smoking
        subtype:  #smoking_mixture__smokingmixture  a blend of tobaccos to be smoked in a pipe
        subtype:  #snuff.baccy  finely powdered tobacco for sniffing up the nose
           subtype:  #rappee  strong snuff made from dark coarse tobacco
        subtype:  #shag.baccy  a strong coarse tobacco that has been shredded
        subtype:  #Turkish_tobacco  a dark, aromatic, small-leaved tobacco of eastern Europe and used in cigarettes
     subtype:  #alcoholic_beverage__alcoholicbeverage__alcohol__drink__intoxicant__inebriant  a liquor or brew containing alcohol as the active agent; "alcohol (or drink) ruined him"
        subtype:  #proof_spirit__proofspirit  a mixture containing half alcohol by volume at 60 degrees Fahrenheit
        subtype:  #home_brew  an alcoholic beverage (especially beer) made at home
        subtype:  #hooch__hootch  an illicitly distilled (and usually inferior) alcoholic liquor
        subtype:  #kava__kavakava  (Polynesian) an alcoholic drink made from the aromatic roots of the kava shrub
        subtype:  #aperitif  taken before a meal as an appetizer
        subtype:  #brew__brewage  drink made by steeping and boiling and fermenting rather than distilling
           subtype:  #beer__suds  fermented alcoholic beverage brewed from malt and hops
              subtype:  #dark_beer  dark-colored heavy-bodied beers usually imported from Germany or Holland or Scandinavia
                 subtype:  #Munich_beer  imported from Germany
                 subtype:  #bock_beer__bock  strong dark beer brewed in the fall and aged through the winter for spring consumption
              subtype:  #lager  beer stored for aging
              subtype:  #light_beer__lightbeer  beer with reduced alcohol content
              subtype:  #pilsner__pilsener  pale beer with strong flavor of hops; especially a Bohemian beer
              subtype:  #schenk_beer__schenk  beer brewed for immediate consumption
              subtype:  #weiss_beer__weissbeer  very effervescent light-colored beer
           subtype:  #half-and-half.brew__halfandhalf  half beer and half porter
           subtype:  #ale  fermented alcoholic beverage similar to but heavier than beer
              subtype:  #bitter  (British) dry sharp-tasting ale with strong flavor of hops
              subtype:  #Burton  a strong dark English ale
              subtype:  #porter's_beer__porter  dark sweet ale brewed from black malt
                 subtype:  #stout.porter's_beer  strong dark heavy-bodied porter
                    subtype:  #Guinness  a kind of bitter stout
           subtype:  #kvass__kvas  (Russian) fermented beverage resembling beer but made from rye or barley
           subtype:  #mead  made of fermented honey and water
              subtype:  #metheglin  spiced or medicated mead
           subtype:  #cassiri  a drink resembling beer; made from fermented cassava juice
        subtype:  #malt_liquor__malt  alcoholic beverage made with malt
        subtype:  #spruce_beer  a fermented alcoholic beverage made of molasses and spruce twigs fermented with yeast
        subtype:  #nipa  made from sap of the Australasian nipa palm
        subtype:  #wine__vino  fermented juice (of grapes especially)
           subtype:  #sake.wine__saki  Japanese beverage from fermented rice usually served hot
           subtype:  #vintage  a season's yield of wine from a vineyard
           subtype:  #red_wine__redwine  wine having a red color derived from skins of dark-colored grapes
              subtype:  #Beaujolais  dry fruity light red wine drunk within a few months after it is made; from the Beaujolais district in southeastern France
              subtype:  #Medoc  red Bordeaux wine from the Medoc district of southwestern France
              subtype:  #Pinot_noir  dry red California table wine made from purple Pinot grapes
              subtype:  #red_Bordeaux__claret  dry red Bordeaux or Bordeaux-like wine
                 subtype:  #Saint_Emilion  full-bodied red wine from around the town of Saint Emilion in Bordeaux
              subtype:  #Chianti  dry red Italian table wine from the Chianti region of Tuscany
              subtype:  #Cabernet_Sauvignon__Cabernet  superior Bordeaux type of red wine from California
              subtype:  #Merlot  dry red wine made from a grape grown widely in Bordeaux and California
              subtype:  #Rioja  dry red table wine from the Rioja region of northern Spain
              subtype:  #zinfandel  dry fruity red wine from California
           subtype:  #white_wine__whitewine  pale yellowish wine made from white grapes or red grapes with skins removed before fermentation
              subtype:  #Canary_wine  a sweet white wine from the Canary Islands
              subtype:  #white_Burgundy__Chablis  dry white table wine of Chablis France or a wine resembling it
              subtype:  #Montrachet  a white Burgundy wine
              subtype:  #Pinot_Chardonnay__Chardonnay  dry white table wine resembling Chablis but made from Chardonnay grapes
              subtype:  #Pinot_blanc  dry white California table wine made from white Pinot grapes
              subtype:  #Sauvignon_blanc  a California wine
              subtype:  #Moselle  German white wine from the Moselle valley or a similar wine made elsewhere
              subtype:  #Muscadet  dry white wine from the Loire Valley in France
              subtype:  #Rhine_wine__Rhenish__hock  any of several white wines from the Rhine River valley in Germany (`hock' is British usage)
                 subtype:  #Riesling  fragrant dry or sweet white wine from the Rhine valley or a similar wine from California
                 subtype:  #liebfraumilch  a sweetened Rhenish wine (especially one from Hesse in western Germany)
              subtype:  #sack  any of various light dry strong white wine from Spain and Canary Islands (including sherry)
              subtype:  #Soave  dry white Italian wine from Verona
              subtype:  #Sauterne__Sauternes  semisweet golden-colored table or dessert wine from around Bordeaux in France; similar wine from California
              subtype:  #Chenin_blanc  made in California and the Loire valley in France
              subtype:  #Verdicchio  a dry white Italian wine made from Verdicchio grapes
              subtype:  #Vouvray  a dry white French wine (either still or sparkling) made in the Loire valley
              subtype:  #Yquem  a sweet white French wine
           subtype:  #blush_wine__blushwine__pink_wine__rose__rose_wine  pinkish table wine from red grapes whose skins were removed after fermentation began
           subtype:  #altar_wine__altarwine__sacramental_wine__sacramentalwine  used in a communion service
           subtype:  #sparkling_wine__sparklingwine  effervescent wine
              subtype:  #champagne__bubbly  a white sparkling wine either produced in Champagne or resembling that produced there
              subtype:  #cold_duck  pink sparkling wine originally from Germany
           subtype:  #Burgundy_wine__Burgundy  red table wine from the Burgundy region of France (or any similar wine made elsewhere)
              subtype:  #Beaujolais  dry fruity light red wine drunk within a few months after it is made; from the Beaujolais district in southeastern France
              subtype:  #white_Burgundy__Chablis  dry white table wine of Chablis France or a wine resembling it
              subtype:  #Montrachet  a white Burgundy wine
           subtype:  #Bordeaux_wine__Bordeaux  any of several red or white wines produced around Bordeaux in France or resembling such wines
              subtype:  #Medoc  red Bordeaux wine from the Medoc district of southwestern France
              subtype:  #red_Bordeaux__claret  dry red Bordeaux or Bordeaux-like wine
           subtype:  #California_wine  any of various wines produced in California
           subtype:  #Cotes_de_Provence  a wine from southeastern France on the Mediterranean coast
           subtype:  #dessert_wine__dessertwine  still sweet wine often served with dessert or after a meal
              subtype:  #straw_wine__strawwine  sweet wine from grapes partially sun-dried on the vine or on straw mats
           subtype:  #jug_wine__jugwine  inexpensive wine sold in large bottles or jugs
           subtype:  #macon__maconnais__maconnai  fine Burgundy wine usually white and dry
           subtype:  #plonk.wine  (British and Australian) a cheap wine of inferior quality
           subtype:  #retsina  Greek wine flavored with resin
           subtype:  #Rhone_wine  any of various wines from the Rhone River valley in France
           subtype:  #table_wine__tablewine  wine containing not more than 14 percent alcohol usually served with a meal
              subtype:  #vin_ordinaire__vinordinaire  cheap French table wine of unspecified origin
           subtype:  #Tokay.wine__tokay  Hungarian wine made from Tokay grapes
           subtype:  #vermouth  any of several white wines flavored with aromatic herbs; used as aperitifs or in mixed drinks
              subtype:  #sweet_vermouth__sweetvermouth__Italian_vermouth  sweet dark amber variety
              subtype:  #dry_vermouth__dryvermouth__French_vermouth  dry pale amber variety
           subtype:  #fortified_wine__fortifiedwine  wine to which alcohol (usually grape brandy) has been added
              subtype:  #Madeira  amber-colored dessert wine from Madeira
                 subtype:  #malmsey  sweet Madeira wine
              subtype:  #port_wine__port  sweet dark-red dessert wine originally from Portugal
              subtype:  #sherry  dry to sweet amber wine from the Jerez region of southern Spain or similar wines produced elsewhere; usually drunk as an aperitif
                 subtype:  #Manzanilla  very dry pale sherry from Spain
                 subtype:  #Amontillado  pale medium-dry sherry from Spain
              subtype:  #Marsala  dark sweet or semisweet dessert wine from Sicily
              subtype:  #muscatel__muscat__muscadel__muscadelle  wine from muscat grapes
           subtype:  #mulled_wine  wine heated with sugar and spices and often citrus fruit
              subtype:  #bishop.mulled_wine  port wine mulled with oranges and cloves
              subtype:  #negus__negu  wine and hot water with sugar and lemon juice and nutmeg
        subtype:  #hard_liquor__liquor__spirits__booze__harddrink__johnbarleycorn__strong_drink  distilled rather than fermented
           subtype:  #aqua_vitae__ardent_spirits  strong distilled liquor or brandy
           subtype:  #aquavit__akvavit  Scandinavian liquor usually flavored with caraway seeds
           subtype:  #arrack__arak  any of various strong liquors distilled from the fermented sap of toddy palms or from fermented molasses
           subtype:  #bitters__bitter  alcoholic liquor flavored with bitter herbs and roots
           subtype:  #brandy  distilled from wine or fermented fruit juice
              subtype:  #eau_de_vie  strong coarse brandy
              subtype:  #applejack  distilled from hard cider
              subtype:  #Calvados  dry apple brandy made in Normandy
              subtype:  #Armagnac  dry brandy distilled in the Armagnac district of France
              subtype:  #Cognac  high quality grape brandy distilled in the Cognac district of France
              subtype:  #grappa  Italian brandy made from residue of grapes after pressing
              subtype:  #kirsch  from fermented juice of black morello cherries
              subtype:  #marc  made from residue of grapes or apples after pressing
              subtype:  #slivovitz  Hungarian plum brandy
           subtype:  #gin  strong liquor flavored with juniper berries
              subtype:  #bathtub_gin__bathtubgin  homemade gin especially that made illegally
              subtype:  #sloe_gin  gin flavored with sloes (fruit of the blackthorn)
              subtype:  #geneva__Holland_gin__Hollands  made in the Netherlands
           subtype:  #ouzo  anise-flavored Greek liquor
           subtype:  #rum  distilled from fermented molasses
              subtype:  #grog  rum cut with water
              subtype:  #Jamaica_rum  heavy pungent rum from Jamaica
           subtype:  #schnapps__schnaps__schnap  any of various strong liquors especially a Dutch spirit distilled from potatoes
           subtype:  #mescal  a colorless Mexican liquor distilled from fermented juices of certain desert plants of the genus Agavaceae (especially the century plant)
           subtype:  #tequila  Mexican liquor made from fermented juices of an Agave plant
           subtype:  #vodka  unaged colorless liquor originating in Russia
           subtype:  #whiskey__whisky  made from fermented mash of grain
              subtype:  #blended_whiskey__blendedwhiskey__blended_whisky__blendedwhisky  mixture of two or more whiskeys or of a whiskey and neutral spirits
              subtype:  #bourbon  distilled from a mash of corn and malt and rye and aged in charred oak barrels
              subtype:  #corn_whiskey__corn_whisky__corn  distilled from a mash of not less than 80 percent corn
                 subtype:  #moonshine__bootleg__corn_liquor  whiskey illegally distilled from a corn mash
              subtype:  #Irish_whiskey__Irish__Irish_whisky  made in Ireland chiefly from barley
                 subtype:  #poteen  unlawfully distilled Irish whiskey
              subtype:  #rye_whiskey__ryewhiskey__rye__rye_whisky__ryewhisky  distilled from rye or rye and malt
              subtype:  #Scotch_whiskey__Scotch__Scotch_whisky__malt_whiskey__malt_whisky  whiskey distilled in Scotland; especially whiskey made from malted barley in a pot still
                 subtype:  #Drambuie  (trademark) a sweet Scotch whisky liqueur
              subtype:  #sour_mash_whiskey__sour_mash  any whiskey distilled from sour mash
           subtype:  #firewater  (informal) any strong spirits (such as strong whisky or rum)
           subtype:  #lacing  a small amount of liquor added to a food or beverage
        subtype:  #neutral_spirits__ethyl_alcohol__ethylalcohol  nonflavored alcohol of 95 percent or 190 proof used for blending with straight whiskies and in making gin and liqueurs
        subtype:  #pulque  fermented Mexican drink from juice of various agave plants especially the maguey
        subtype:  #cordial__liqueur  strong highly flavored sweet liquor usually drunk after a meal
           subtype:  #ratafia__ratafee  sweet liqueur made from wine and brandy flavored with plum or peach or apricot kernels and bitter almonds
           subtype:  #Drambuie  (trademark) a sweet Scotch whisky liqueur
           subtype:  #absinth  strong green liqueur flavored with wormwood and anise
           subtype:  #anisette_de_Bordeaux__anisette  liquorice-flavored usually colorless sweet liqueur made from aniseed
           subtype:  #benedictine  a French liqueur originally made by Benedictine monks
           subtype:  #pastis  similar to absinthe but containing no wormwood
           subtype:  #Chartreuse  aromatic green or yellow liqueur flavored with orange peel and hyssop and peppermint; made at monastery near Grenoble France
           subtype:  #creme_de_cacao  sweet liqueur flavored with vanilla and cacao beans
           subtype:  #creme_de_menthe  sweet green or white mint-flavored liqueur
           subtype:  #creme_de_fraise  strawberry-flavored liqueur
           subtype:  #Galliano  golden Italian liqueur flavored with herbs
           subtype:  #orange_liqueur  liqueur flavored with orange
              subtype:  #curacao__curacoa  flavored with sour orange peel
              subtype:  #triple_sec  type of curacao having higher alcoholic content
              subtype:  #Grand_Marnier  French liqueur: orange-flavored brandy
           subtype:  #kummel  liqueur flavored with caraway seed or cumin
           subtype:  #maraschino  distilled from fermented juice of bitter wild marasca cherries
           subtype:  #Pernod  anise- and licorice-flavored liqueur
           subtype:  #pousse-cafe  small drink served after dinner (especially several liqueurs poured carefully so as to remain in separate layers)
           subtype:  #coffee_liqueur  coffee-flavored liqueur
              subtype:  #Kahlua  coffee-flavored liqueur made in Mexico
           subtype:  #sambuca  an Italian liqueur made with elderberries and flavored with licorice
        subtype:  #mixed_drink__mixeddrink  made of two or more ingredients
           subtype:  #cocktail  a short mixed drink
              subtype:  #Bloody_Mary  vodka and spicy tomato juice
              subtype:  #bloody_shame__Virgin_Mary  Bloody Mary without alcohol
              subtype:  #bullshot  vodka and beef bouillon or consomme
              subtype:  #daiquiri__rum_cocktail__rumcocktail  rum and lime or lemon juice
                 subtype:  #strawberry_daiquiri  daiquiri with crushed strawberries
              subtype:  #NADA_daiquiri  daiquiri made without alcohol
              subtype:  #gimlet  gin or vodka and lime juice
              subtype:  #grasshopper  creme de menthe and cream sometimes with creme de cacao
              subtype:  #Harvey_Wallbanger  cocktail made of vodka or gin and orange juice and Galliano
              subtype:  #manhattan  whiskey and sweet vermouth with a dash of bitters
                 subtype:  #Rob_Roy  made with Scotch whiskey
              subtype:  #margarita  tequila and triple sec with lime and lemon juice
              subtype:  #martini  gin (or vodka) with dry vermouth
                 subtype:  #vodka_martini__vodkamartini  martini made with vodka rather than gin
              subtype:  #gin_and_it__ginandit  gin and sweet vermouth
              subtype:  #old_fashioned__oldfashioned  whiskey bitters and sugar with fruit slices
              subtype:  #pink_lady  gin and brandy with lemon juice and grenadine shaken with an egg white and ice
              subtype:  #Sazerac  bourbon with bitters and Pernod and sugar served with lemon peel
              subtype:  #screwdriver.cocktail  vodka and orange juice
              subtype:  #sidecar.cocktail  orange liqueur with lemon juice and brandy
              subtype:  #sour  a liquor (especially whiskey or gin) mixed with lemon or lime juice and sugar
                 subtype:  #whiskey_sour__whiskeysour__whisky_sour  a sour made with whiskey
              subtype:  #stinger.cocktail  made of creme de menthe and brandy
              subtype:  #planter's_punch__planter'spunch  rum and lime or lemon juice with sugar and sometimes bitters
           subtype:  #Dom_Pedro  South African mixed drink made by mixing ice cream with whisky
           subtype:  #highball  alcoholic liquor mixed with water or a carbonated beverage and served in a tall glass
              subtype:  #cobbler  tall sweetened iced drink of wine or liquor with fruit
              subtype:  #collins__collin__Tom_Collins  tall iced drink of liquor (usually gin) with fruit juice
              subtype:  #gin_and_tonic__ginandtonic  gin and quinine water
              subtype:  #mint_julep__julep  bourbon and sugar and mint over crushed ice
              subtype:  #Scotch_and_soda  Scotch malt whiskey and club soda
              subtype:  #sling  liquor and water with sugar and lemon or lime juice
                 subtype:  #gin_sling__ginsling  a sling made with gin
                 subtype:  #rum_sling__rumsling  a sling made with rum
              subtype:  #zombie__zombi  several kinds of rum with fruit juice and usually apricot liqueur
           subtype:  #spritzer  wine mixed with a sparkling water
           subtype:  #flip.mixed_drink  hot or cold alcoholic drink containing beaten egg
           subtype:  #swizzle  any of various tall frothy mixed drinks made usually of rum and lime juice and sugar shaken with ice
           subtype:  #hot_toddy__hottoddy__toddy  liquor and water with sugar and spices and served hot
              subtype:  #Tom_and_Jerry  hot rum toddy with a beaten egg
           subtype:  #mimosa  a mixed drink containing champagne and orange juice
           subtype:  #pina_colada  a mixed drink made of pineapple juice and coconut cream and rum
           subtype:  #punch  an iced mixed drink usually containing alcohol and prepared for multiple servings; normally served in a punch bowl
              subtype:  #fruit_punch__fruitpunch  a punch made of fruit juices mixed with water or soda water (with or without alcohol)
              subtype:  #milk_punch  a punch made of spirits and milk and sugar and spices
              subtype:  #cup.punch  punch served in a pitcher instead of a punch bowl
                 subtype:  #champagne_cup__champagnecup  a punch containing a sparkling wine
                 subtype:  #claret_cup  a punch made of claret and brandy with lemon juice and sugar and sometimes sherry or curacao and fresh fruit
              subtype:  #wassail  sweetened ale or wine heated with spices and roasted apples; especially at Christmas
              subtype:  #fish_house_punch  make of rums and brandy and water or tea sweetened with sugar syrup
              subtype:  #May_wine  moselle and sugar and sparkling water or champagne flavored with sweet woodruff
              subtype:  #eggnog  sweetened milk or cream mixed with eggs and usually alcoholic liquor
              subtype:  #glogg  Scandinavian punch made of claret and aquavit with spices and raisins and orange peel and sugar
           subtype:  #rickey  made of sweetened lime juice and soda water usually with liquor
              subtype:  #gin_rickey__ginrickey  a rickey made with gin
        subtype:  #hard_cider__cider__cyder  alcoholic drink from fermented cider (`cider' and `cyder' are European (especially British) usage for the fermented beverage)
        subtype:  #perry  a fermented and often effervescent beverage made from juice of pears; similar in taste to hard cider
        subtype:  #rotgut  any alcoholic beverage of inferior quality
        subtype:  #koumiss__koumis__kumi  an alcoholic beverage made from fermented mare's milk; made originally by nomads of central Asia
  subtype:  #Feosol  trade name of a drug rich in iron; used to treat some kinds of anemia
  subtype:  #Fergon  trade name of a drug rich in iron; used to treat some types of anemia
  subtype:  #fertility_drug__fertilitydrug  a drug used to increase a woman's fertility
     subtype:  #clomiphene_citrate__clomiphene__Clomid  a fertility drug (trade name Clomid) that is used to stimulate ovulation and that has been associated with multiple births
  subtype:  #intoxicant  a drug that can produce a state of intoxication
  subtype:  #levallorphan__Lorfan  drug (trade name Lorfan) that is related to morphine but that counteracts the respiratory depression produced by morphine poisoning but without affecting its analgesic effects
  subtype:  #medicament__medicine__medication__medicinal_drug__medicinaldrug  something that treats or prevents or alleviates the symptoms of disease
     subtype:  #acyclovir__Zovirax  an oral antiviral drug (trade name Zovirax) used to treat genital herpes; does not cure the disease but relieves the symptoms
     subtype:  #allopurinol__Zyloprim  a drug (trade name Zyloprim) used to treat gout and other conditions in which there is an excessive buildup of uric acid
     subtype:  #amrinone__Inocor  a drug (trade name Inocor) used intravenously in heart failure; increases strength of contraction of myocardium
     subtype:  #analgesic__anodyne__painkiller__pain_pill  a medicine used in to relieve pain
        subtype:  #acetaminophen__Datril__Tylenol__Panadol__Phenaphen__Tempra__Anacin_III  an analgesic for mild pain; also used as an antipyretic; (Datril and Tylenol and Panadol and Phenaphen and Tempra and Anacin III are trademarks of brands of acetaminophen tablets)
        subtype:  #acetanilide__acetanilid__phenylacetamide  a white crystalline compound used as an analgesic and also as an antipyretic
        subtype:  #acetophenetidin__phenacetin  a white crystalline compound used as an analgesic and also as an antipyretic
        subtype:  #aminopyrine__amidopyrine  a white crystalline substance used as an analgesic and antipyretic
        subtype:  #aspirin__acetylsalicylic_acid__acetylsalicylicacid__Bayer__Empirin  the acetylated derivative of salicylic acid; used as an analgesic anti-inflammatory drug (trade names Bayer and Empirin) usually taken in tablet form; used as an antipyretic; slows clotting of the blood by poisoning platelets
           subtype:  #aspirin_powder__aspirinpowder__headache_powder  a powdered form of aspirin
           subtype:  #buffered_aspirin__Bufferin  aspirin coated with a substance capable of neutralizing acid (trade name Bufferin)
           subtype:  #enteric-coated_aspirin  aspirin that is treated to pass through the stomach unaltered and to dissolve in the intestines
        subtype:  #codeine  derivative of opium; used as an antitussive (to relieve coughing) and an analgesic (to relive pain)
        subtype:  #colchine  an analgesic drug derived from the saffron plant and used to treat gout
        subtype:  #hydromorphone_hydrochloride__hydromorphone__Dilaudid  a narcotic analgesic (trade name Dilaudid) used to treat moderate to severe pain
        subtype:  #morphine__morphia  an alkaloid narcotic drug extracted from opium; a powerful, habit-forming narcotic used to relieve pain
           subtype:  #apomorphine  a morphine derivative that is not as strong as morphine; used as an emetic and in small doses as a sedative
        subtype:  #pentazocine__Talwin  analgesic drug (trade name Talwin) that is less addictive than morphine
        subtype:  #phenazopyridine__Pyridium  analgesic (trade name Pyridium) used to treat urinary tract infections
        subtype:  #propoxyphene_hydrochloride__propoxyphene__Darvon  a mildly narcotic analgesic drug (trade name Darvon) related to methadone but less addictive
        subtype:  #sodium_salicylate  a crystalline salt used as an analgesic and antipyretic
     subtype:  #angiogenesis_inhibitor  a drug that is designed to prevent the growth of blood vessels that nourish tumors
     subtype:  #antiarrhythmic_medication__antiarrhythmic__antiarrhythmic_drug  a drug used to treat an abnormal heart rhythm
        subtype:  #amiodarone__Cordarone  an antiarrhythmic drug (trade name Cordarone) that has potentially fatal side effects and is used to control serious heart rhythm problems only when safer agents have been ineffective
        subtype:  #encainide__Enkaid  antiarrhythmic drug (trade name Enkaid) used to treat life-threatening arrhythmias but increases the risk of sudden death in heart attack patients
        subtype:  #flecainide__Tambocor  oral antiarrhythmic medication (trade name Tambocor) used as a last resort in treating arrhythmias; increases the risk of sudden death in heart attack patients
        subtype:  #mexiletine__Mexitil  antiarrhythmic drug (trade name Mexitil) used to treat ventricular arrhythmias
        subtype:  #quinidine__Quinidex__Quinora  cardiac drug (trade names Quinidex and Quinora) used to treat certain heart arrhythmias
        subtype:  #tocainide__Tonocard  antiarrhythmic drug (trade name Tonocard) used to treat ventricular arrhythmias when less dangerous drugs have failed
     subtype:  #antibacterial_drug__antibacterialdrug__antibacterial  any drug that destroys bacteria or inhibits their growth
        subtype:  #antibiotic_drug__antibiotic__wonder_drug  a chemical substance derivable from a mold or bacterium that kills microorganisms and cures infections
           subtype:  #actinomycin  any of various red antibiotics isolated from soil bacteria
           subtype:  #amphotericin  an antibiotic and antifungal agent
           subtype:  #antimycin  a crystalline antibiotic active against various fungi
           subtype:  #antineoplastic_antibiotic  an antibiotic drug used as an antineoplastic in chemotherapy
              subtype:  #mithramycin__Mithracin  an antineoplastic drug (trade name Mithracin) used to treat cancer of the testes
           subtype:  #aztreonam__Azactam  an antibiotic (trade name Azactam) used against severe infections; has minimal side effects
           subtype:  #bacitracin  a polypeptide antibiotic of known chemical structure effective against several types of Gram-positive organisms; usually applied locally
           subtype:  #carbomycin  a colorless basic antibiotic that inhibits the growth of Gram-positive organisms
           subtype:  #cephaloglycin__Kafocin  antibiotic related to cephalosporin but no longer in common use
           subtype:  #cephaloridine  a broad spectrum semisynthetic antibiotic produced by modifying cephalosporin
           subtype:  #cephalosporin__Mefoxin  one of several broad spectrum antibiotic substances obtained from fungi and related to penicillin (trade names Mefoxin); addition of side chains has produced semisynthetic antibiotics with greater antibacterial activity
              subtype:  #cefadroxil__Ultracef  a cephalosporin antibiotic (trade name Ultracef)
              subtype:  #cefoperazone__Cefobid  a parenteral cephalosporin (trade name Cefobid) used for severe infections
              subtype:  #cefotaxime__Claforan  a parenteral cephalosporin (trade name Claforan) used for severe infections of the lungs or throat or ears or urinary tract
              subtype:  #ceftazidime__Fortaz__Tazicef  a parenteral cephalosporin (trade names Fortaz and Tazicef) used to treat moderate infections
              subtype:  #ceftriaxone__Rocephin  a parenteral cephalosporin (trade name Rocephin) used for severe infection of the lungs or throat or ears or urinary tract
              subtype:  #cefuroxime__Ceftin__Zinacef  a cephalosporin that can be given parenterally (trade name Zinacef) or orally by tablets (trade name Ceftin); indicated for infections of the lungs or throat or ears or urinary tract or meninges
              subtype:  #cephalexin__Keflex__Keflin__Keftab  an oral cephalosporin (trade names Keflex and Keflin and Keftab) commonly prescribe for mild to moderately severe infections of the skin or ears or throat or lungs or urinary tract
              subtype:  #cephalothin  a semisynthetic analogue of cephalosporin
           subtype:  #chloramphenicol__Chloromycetin  an oral antibiotic (trade name Chloromycetin) used to treat serious infections (especially typhoid fever)
           subtype:  #chloroquine  an antibiotic used to treat malaria and amebic dysentery and systemic lupus erythematosus
           subtype:  #chlortetracycline__Aureomycin  a yellow crystalline antibiotic (trade name Aureomycin) used to treat certain bacterial and rickettsial diseases
           subtype:  #ciprofloxacin__Cipro  an oral antibiotic (trade name Cipro) used against serious bacterial infections of the skin or respiratory tract of urinary tract or bones or joints
           subtype:  #cycloserine  an antibiotic that is especially active against the tubercle bacillus
           subtype:  #dihydrostreptomycin  antibiotic consisting of a hydrogenated form of streptomycin; used against tuberculosis and tularemia and Gram-negative organisms
           subtype:  #doxorubicin  an antibiotic used as an anticancer drug
           subtype:  #doxycycline__Vibramycin  an antibiotic derived from tetracycline that is effective against many infections; "Vibramycin is the trade name of doxycycline"
           subtype:  #erythromycin__Erythrocin__E-Mycin__Ethril__Ilosone__Pediamycin  an antibiotic (trade name Erythrocin or E-Mycin or Ethril or Ilosone or Pediamycin) obtained from the actinomycete Streptomyces erythreus; effective against many Gram-positive bacteria and some Gram-negative
           subtype:  #gentamicin__Garamycin  an antibiotic (trade name Garamycin) that is derived from an actinomycete; used in treating infections of the urinary tract
           subtype:  #gramicidin  an antibiotic produced by a soil bacterium; used chiefly as an antiseptic in treating local infections produced by Gram-positive bacteria
           subtype:  #kanamycin__Kantrex__kantrex  antibiotic (trade name Kantrex) used to treat severe infections
           subtype:  #lincomycin__Lincocin  antibiotic (trade name Lincocin) obtained from a Streptomyces bacterium and used in the treatment of certain penicillin-resistant infections
           subtype:  #mitomycin__Mutamycin  a complex of antibiotic substances obtained from a Streptomyces bacterium; one form (trade name Mutamycin) shows promise as an anticancer drug
           subtype:  #mycomycin  a highly unsaturated antibiotic acid obtained from an actinomycete
           subtype:  #neomycin__fradicin__Neobiotic  an antibiotic obtained from an actinomycete and used (as a sulphate; trade name Neobiotic) as an intestinal antiseptic in surgery
           subtype:  #novobiocin  an antibiotic obtained from an actinomycete and used to treat infections by gram-positive bacteria
           subtype:  #nystatin__Mycostatin__Nystan  an antifungal and antibiotic (trade names Mycostatin and Nystan) discovered in New York State; derived from soil fungi actinomycetes
           subtype:  #oxytetracycline_hydrochloride__oxytetracyclinehydrochloride__oxytetracycline__hydroxytetracycline__Terramycin  a yellow crystalline antibiotic (trademark Terramycin) obtained from a soil actinomycete; used to treat various bacterial and rickettsial infections
           subtype:  #penicillin  any of various antibiotics obtained from penicillium molds (or produced synthetically) and used in the treatment of various infections and diseases
              subtype:  #amoxicillin__amoxil__Larotid__Polymox__Trimox__Augmentin  an antibiotic (a semisynthetic oral penicillin (trade names Amoxil and Larotid and Polymox and Trimox and Augmentin)) used to treat bacterial infections
              subtype:  #ampicillin__Principen__Polycillin__SK-Ampicillin  semisynthetic penicillin (trade names Principen and Polycillin and SK-Ampicillin)
              subtype:  #griseofulvin__Fulvicin  a kind of penicillin (a fungicidal antibiotic with the trade name Fulvicin) produced by molds of the genus Penicillium
              subtype:  #methicillin  antibiotic drug of the penicillin family used in the treatment of certain staphylococcal infections
              subtype:  #penicillinase-resistant_antibiotic__penicillinaseresistantantibiotic  a form of penicillin that is not rendered inactive by penicillinase
                 subtype:  #nafcillin__Nafcil  a penicillinase-resistant form of penicillin (trade name Nafcil) used (usually in the form of its sodium salt) to treat infections caused by penicillin-resistant strains of staphylococci
                 subtype:  #oxacillin  a form of penicillin resistant to penicillinase and effective against penicillin-resistant staphylococci
              subtype:  #penicillin_F  the first form of penicillin that was isolated in Great Britain
              subtype:  #penicillin_G__benzylpenicillin  the penicillin that constitutes the principal component of many commercial antibiotics
              subtype:  #penicillin_O  a penicillin that is similar in antibiotic action to penicillin G but is obtained differently
              subtype:  #penicillin_V__phenoxymethyl_penicillin__phenoxymethylpenicillin  a crystalline penicillin similar in action to penicillin G but more resistant to the action of gastric acids
                 subtype:  #penicillin_V_potassium__Ledercillin_VK  a form of penicillin V (trade name Ledercillin VK)
              subtype:  #piperacillin__Pipracil  a synthetic type of penicillin antibiotic (trade name Pipracil) used for moderate to severe infections
           subtype:  #polymyxin  any of several toxic antibiotics obtained from a particular soil bacterium
           subtype:  #Primaxin  trade name for a parenteral antibiotic
           subtype:  #pyocyanase  a yellow-green mixture of antibiotics obtained from the bacillus of green pus
           subtype:  #pyocyanin  a toxic blue crystalline antibiotic found in green pus
           subtype:  #spectinomycin  an antibiotic used to treat gonorrhea
           subtype:  #streptomycin  an antibiotic produced by the actinomycete Streptomyces griseus and used to treat tuberculosis
           subtype:  #streptothricin  a basic antibiotic derived from a soil actinomycete
           subtype:  #subtilin  a polypeptide antibiotic (similar to bacitracin) obtained from a soil bacterium
           subtype:  #tobramycin__Nebcin  an antibiotic (trade name Nebcin) that is especially effective against gram-negative bacteria
           subtype:  #tyrocidine__tyrocidin  a basic polypeptide antibiotic derived from a soil bacterium; a major component of tyrothricin
           subtype:  #tyrothricin  a mixture of antibiotics applied locally to infections caused by Gram-positive bacteria
           subtype:  #vancomycin__Vancocin  an antibiotic (trade name Vancocin) effective against some bacterial infections
           subtype:  #viomycin__Viocin  a basic polypeptide antibiotic (trade name Viocin) administered intramuscularly (along with other drugs) in the treatment of tuberculosis
        subtype:  #dapsone  antibacterial drug used to treat leprosy and some kinds of skin diseases
        subtype:  #dicloxacillin__Dynapen  antibacterial (trade name Dynapen) used to treat staphylococcal infections that are resistant to penicillin
        subtype:  #hexachlorophene  antibacterial substance that is a water-soluble powder used in antiseptic soaps and toothpaste
        subtype:  #isoniazid__INH__Nydrazid  antibacterial drug (trade name Nydrazid) used to treat tuberculosis
        subtype:  #methenamine__Mandelamine__Urex  antibacterial agent (trade names Mandelamine and Urex) that is contained in many products that are used to treat urinary infections
        subtype:  #nalidixic_acid__nalidixicacid__NegGram  antibacterial agent used especially to treat genitourinary infections
        subtype:  #Neosporin  trade name for a topical drug containing several antibacterials; used as an ointment for skin irritations and in the form of eyedrops for minor eye infections
        subtype:  #nitrofurantoin__Macrodantin  derivative of nitrofuran used as an antibacterial medicine (trade name Macrodantin) effective against a broad range of Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria; used to treat infections of the urinary tract
        subtype:  #rifampin__Rifadin__Rimactane  an antibacterial drug (trade names Rifadin and Rimactane) used to treat tuberculosis
        subtype:  #sulfa_drug__sulfadrug__sulfa__sulpha__sulfonamide  antibacterial consisting of any of several synthetic organic compounds capable of inhibiting the growth of bacteria that require PABA
           subtype:  #sulfacetamide__Sulamyd  a topical sulfonamide (trade name Sulamyd) used to treat eye infections
           subtype:  #sulfadiazine  a sulfa drug used in treating meningitis and pneumonia and other infections
           subtype:  #sulfamethazine__sulfamezathine  a sulfa drug used like sulfadiazine and also in veterinary medicine
           subtype:  #sulfamethoxazole__Gantanol  a sulfonamide (trade name Gantanol) used to treat infections (especially infections of the urinary tract)
           subtype:  #sulfanilamide  a white odorless crystalline sulfa drug; the parent compound of most of the sulfa drugs
           subtype:  #sulfapyridine  sulfa drug derived from pyridine and sulfanilamide
           subtype:  #sulfisoxazole__Gantrisin  a sulfonamide (trade name Gantrisin) used to treat infections of the urinary tract
           subtype:  #Thiosulfil  trade name for a sulfonamide antibacterial
        subtype:  #tetracycline__Achromycin  an antibiotic (trade name Achromycin) derived from microorganisms of the genus Streptomyces and used broadly to treat infections
           subtype:  #demeclocycline_hydrochloride__Declomycin  tetracycline antibacterial (trade name Declomycin) effective in the treatment of some bacterial and rickettsial and other infections
           subtype:  #minocycline__Minocin  tetracycline antibiotic (trade name Minocin) used to treat a variety of bacterial and rickettsial infections
        subtype:  #gentian_violet__gentianviolet__crystal_violet__crystalviolet  a green crystal (violet in water) used as a dye or stain or bactericide or fungicide or anthelmintic or burn treatment
     subtype:  #anticholinergic_drug__anticholinergicdrug  a substance that opposes or blocks the action of acetylcholine
        subtype:  #oxyphencyclimine__Daricon__daricon  an anticholinergic drug (trade name Daricon) used in treating peptic ulcers
     subtype:  #anticholinesterase  a medicine that inhibits cholinesterase by combining with it and so has a cholinergic effect
        subtype:  #neostigmine__Prostigmin  a cholinergic drug (trade name Prostigmin) used to treat some ophthalmic conditions and to treat myasthenia gravis
     subtype:  #anticoagulant_medication__anticoagulantmedication__anticoagulant__decoagulant  medicine that prevents or retards the clotting of blood
        subtype:  #dicumarol__dicoumarol  an anticoagulant drug that has now been largely replaced by warfarin
        subtype:  #heparin__lipohepin__Liquaemin  a polysaccharide produced in basophils (especially in the lung and liver) and that inhibit the activity of thrombin in coagulation of the blood; heparin sodium (trade names Lipo-Hepin and Liquaemin) is used as an anticoagulant in the treatment of thrombosis
        subtype:  #warfarin__Coumadin  an anticoagulant (trade name Coumadin) use to prevent and treat a thrombus or embolus
     subtype:  #anticonvulsant_drug__anticonvulsant__antiepileptic__antiepileptic_drug__antiepilepticdrug  a drug used to treat or prevent convulsions (as in epilepsy)
        subtype:  #ethosuximide__Emeside__Zarontin  an anticonvulsant drug (trade names Emeside and Zarontin) used to treat petit mal epilepsy
        subtype:  #hydantoin  any of a group of anticonvulsant drugs used in treating epilepsy
           subtype:  #diphenylhydantoin__phenytoin__Dilantin  an anticonvulsant drug (trade name Dilantin) used to treat epilepsy and that is not a sedative
        subtype:  #mephenytoin__Mesantoin  a toxic anticonvulsant drug (trade name Mesantoin) used in the treatment of epilepsy when less toxic anticonvulsants have been ineffective
        subtype:  #mephobarbital__Mebaral  a long-acting crystalline barbiturate (trade name Mebaral) used as a sedative and as an anticonvulsant in the treatment of epilepsy
        subtype:  #metharbital__Gemonil  anticonvulsant drug (trade name Gemonil) used in the treatment of epilepsy
        subtype:  #phensuximide__Milontin  anticonvulsant (trade name Milontin) used to treat petit mal
        subtype:  #primidone__Mysoline  an anticonvulsant (trade name Mysoline) used to treat grand mal seizures and essential tremor
        subtype:  #valproic_acid__Depokene  anticonvulsant (trade name Depokene) used to prevent some kinds of seizures
     subtype:  #antidepressant_drug__antidepressant  any of a class of drugs used to treat depression; often have undesirable side effects
        subtype:  #monoamine_oxidase_inhibitor__monoamineoxidaseinhibitor__MAOI  any of a group of antidepressant drugs that inhibit the action of monoamine oxidase in the brain and so allow monoamines to accumulate
           subtype:  #iproclozid  an antidepressant drug that acts as a monoamine oxidase inhibitor
           subtype:  #isocarboxazid__Marplan  a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (trade name Marplan) that is used to treat clinical depression
           subtype:  #phenelzine__Nardil  monoamine oxidase inhibitor (trade name Nardil) used to treat clinical depression
           subtype:  #tranylcypromine  an antidepressant drug that is a monoamine oxidase inhibitor; administered as a sulfate
        subtype:  #nefazodone__Serzone  an antidepressant drug (trade name Serzone)
        subtype:  #nontricyclic_antidepressant_drug__nontricyclic__nontricyclic_drug__nontricyclic_antidepressant  a class of antidepressant drugs that are not tricyclic drugs and do not act by inhibiting MAO
           subtype:  #trazodone_hydrochloride__trazodone__Desyrel  oral antidepressant (trade name Desyrel) that is a nontricyclic drug used as a sedative
        subtype:  #reboxetine__Edronax__edronax  an antidepressant drug that blocks the reuptake of norepinephrine
        subtype:  #selective-serotonin_reuptake_inhibitor__SSRI  an antidepressant drug that acts by blocking the reuptake of serotonin so that more serotonin is available to act on receptors in the brain
           subtype:  #fluoxetine__Prozac  a selective-serotonin reuptake inhibitor commonly prescribed as an antidepressant (trade name Prozac)
           subtype:  #paroxetime__Paxil  a selective-serotonin reuptake inhibitor commonly prescribed as an antidepressant (trade name Paxil)
           subtype:  #sertraline__Zoloft  a selective-serotonin reuptake inhibitor commonly prescribed as an antidepressant (trade name Zoloft)
        subtype:  #tricyclic_antidepressant_drug__tricyclic__tricyclic_antidepressant__tricyclicantidepressant  an antidepressant drug that acts by blocking the reuptake of norepinephrine and serotonin and thus making more of those substances available to act on receptors in the brain
           subtype:  #amitriptyline_hydrochloride__amitriptylinehydrochloride__amitriptyline__Elavil  a tricyclic antidepressant drug (trade name Elavil) with serious side effects; interacts with many other medications
           subtype:  #clomipramine  a tricyclic antidepressant drug
           subtype:  #despiramine  a tricyclic antidepressant drug that activates the psychomotor system
           subtype:  #doxepin_hydrochloride__doxepinhydrochloride__doxepin__Adapin__Sinequan  a tricyclic antidepressant (trade names Adapin and Sinequan) with numerous side effects (dry mouth and sedation and gastrointestinal disturbances)
           subtype:  #imipramine__impramine_hydrochloride__impraminehydrochloride__Imavate__Tofranil  a tricyclic antidepressant (trade names Imavate and Tofranil) used to treat clinical depression
           subtype:  #nortriptyline__Pamelor  a tricyclic antidepressant drug (trade name Pamelor) used along with psychotherapy to treat dysthymic depression; may interact dangerously if taken with other drugs
           subtype:  #noxiptiline  a tricyclic antidepressant drug
           subtype:  #protriptyline  tricyclic antidepressant used to treat clinical depression
           subtype:  #trimipramine__Surmontil  tricyclic antidepressant drug (trade name Surmontil) used to treat depression and anxiety and (sometimes) insomnia
        subtype:  #maleate  a salt or ester of maleic acid; used as a nontricyclic antidepressant drug for psychomotor activation
     subtype:  #antidiabetic_drug__antidiabetic  a drug used to treat diabetes mellitus
        subtype:  #glipzide__Glucotrol  an oral antidiabetic drug (trade name Glucotrol) that stimulates the release of insulin from the pancreas
        subtype:  #glyburide__DiaBeta__Micronase  an oral antidiabetic drug (trade names DiaBeta and Micronase) that stimulates the release of insulin from the pancreas
        subtype:  #sulfonylurea  antidiabetic consisting of any of several drugs that reduce the level of glucose in the blood; used to treat diabetes mellitus
           subtype:  #tolazamide__Tolinase  a drug (trade name Tolinase) used in treating stable adult-onset diabetes mellitus
           subtype:  #tolbutamide__Orinase  sulfonylurea; an oral antidiabetic drug (trade name Orinase) used in the treatment of adult-onset diabetes mellitus
     subtype:  #antidiarrheal_drug__antidiarrhealdrug__antidiarrheal  a drug used to control or stop diarrhea
        subtype:  #Kaopectate  trade name for a fixed-combination antidiarrheal drug that use kaolin as the adsorbent and pectin as the emollient
        subtype:  #Lomotil  trade name of an antidiarrheal
     subtype:  #antidiuretic_drug__antidiuretic  a drug that limits the formation of urine
        subtype:  #lypressin  an antidiuretic and vasoconstrictor used to treat diabetes insipidus
     subtype:  #antiemetic_drug__antiemetic  a drug that prevents or alleviates nausea and vomiting
        subtype:  #dimenhydrinate__Dramamine  antihistamine and antiemetic (trade name Dramamine) used to treat motion sickness
        subtype:  #Emetrol  trade name for an antiemetic drug that has a mint flavor
        subtype:  #prochlorperazine  antipsychotic and antiemetic drug used to treat schizophrenia and to combat nausea and vomiting
        subtype:  #promethazine__Phenergan  antihistamine (trade name Phenergan) used to treat allergies; also an antiemetic used to treat motion sickness
     subtype:  #antihistamine  a medicine used to treat allergies and hypersensitive reactions and colds; works by counteracting the effects of histamine on a receptor site
        subtype:  #Actifed  trade name for a drug containing an antihistamine and a decongestant; used to treat upper respiratory conditions and minor allergies
        subtype:  #brompheniramine_maleate__brompheniraminemaleate__Dimetane  antihistamine (trade name Dimetane) used to treat hypersensitivity reactions (as rhinitis)
        subtype:  #chlorpheniramine_maleate__Coricidin__Chlor-Trimeton  an antihistamine (trade names Coricidin and Chlor-Trimeton)
        subtype:  #cyproheptadine__Periactin  an antihistamine (trade name Periactin) used to treat some allergic reactions
        subtype:  #dimenhydrinate__Dramamine  antihistamine and antiemetic (trade name Dramamine) used to treat motion sickness
        subtype:  #Dimetapp  trade name for a drug containing an antihistamine and a decongestant; used to relieve nasal congestion and to treat rhinitis
        subtype:  #diphenhydramine__Benadryl  antihistamine (trade name Benadryl) used to treat allergic reactions involving the nasal passages (hay fever) and also to treat motion sickness
        subtype:  #meclizine_hydrochloride__meclizinehydrochloride__meclizine__Antivert  an antihistamine (trade name Antivert) used to treat or prevent motion sickness
        subtype:  #methapyrilene  antihistamine used to treat allergic responses (as rhinitis or dermatitis or pruritus)
        subtype:  #pheniramine  an antihistamine used in preparations to treat allergies and respiratory infections; used to treat rhinitis and skin rashes and pruritus
        subtype:  #phenyltoloxamine  antihistamine included in some preparations used to treat coughing and nasal congestion
        subtype:  #promethazine__Phenergan  antihistamine (trade name Phenergan) used to treat allergies; also an antiemetic used to treat motion sickness
        subtype:  #pyrilamine  antihistamine used to treat rhinitis and pruritus
     subtype:  #antihypertensive_drug__antihypertensive  a drug that reduces high blood pressure
        subtype:  #ACE_inhibitor__angiotensin_converting_enzyme_inhibitor  antihypertensive drug that blocks the formation of angiotensin in the kidney, leading to relaxation of the arteries; promotes the excretion of salt and water by inhibiting the activity of the angiotensin converting enzyme; also administered after uncomplicated heart attacks
           subtype:  #captopril__Capoten  a drug (trade name Capoten) that blocks the formation of angiotensin in the kidneys resulting in vasodilation; used in the treatment of hypertension and congestive heart failure
           subtype:  #enalapril__Vasotec  an ACE inhibitor (trade name Vasotec) that blocks the formation of angiotensin in the kidney and so results in vasodilation; administered after heart attacks
           subtype:  #lisinopril__Prinivil__Zestril  an ACE inhibiting drug (trade names Prinivil or Zestril) administered as an antihypertensive and after heart attacks
        subtype:  #chlorothiazide__Diuril  a diuretic drug (trade name Diuril) used in the treatment of edema and hypertension
        subtype:  #clonidine__Catapres  an antihypertensive (trade name Catapres) that can be administered orally or via transdermal patches
        subtype:  #guanabenz__Wytensin  antihypertensive drug (trade name Wytensin) that reduces blood pressure by its effect on the central nervous system
        subtype:  #hydralazine__Apresoline  an antihypertensive drug (trade name Apresoline) that dilates blood vessels; used (often with a diuretic) to treat hypertension and congestive heart failure
        subtype:  #labetalol_hydrochloride__labetalolhydrochloride__labetalol__Trandate__Normodyne  antihypertensive drug (trade names Trandate and Normodyne) that blocks alpha and beta-adrenergic receptors of the sympathetic nervous system (leading to a decrease in blood pressure)
        subtype:  #Maxzide  trade name for an antihypertensive drug containing hydrochlorothiazide and another diuretic
        subtype:  #methyldopa__alpha_methyl_dopa__Aldomet  antihypertensive drug (trade name Aldomet) used in the treatment of high blood pressure
        subtype:  #prazosin__Minipress  antihypertensive drug (trade name Minipress)
        subtype:  #reserpine__Raudixin__Rau-Sed__Sandril__Serpasil  antihypertensive consisting of an alkaloid extracted from the plant Rauwolfia serpentina (trade names Raudixin or Rau-Sed or Sandril or Serpasil)
        subtype:  #Tenoretic  trade name for an antihypertensive drug consisting of a fixed combination of atenolol and a diuretic
        subtype:  #terazosin__Hytrin  antihypertensive drug (trade name Hytrin) used to treat high blood pressure
        subtype:  #spironolactone__Aldactone  a synthetic corticosteroid (trade name Aldactone) used to treat hypertension
     subtype:  #anti-inflammatory_drug__anti-inflammatory  a medicine intended to reduce inflammation
        subtype:  #Cox-2_inhibitor  an anti-inflammatory drug that blocks Cox-2 activity without impeding the activity of Cox-1; "Cox-2 inhibitors reduce the symptoms of arthritis without endangering the stomach and kidneys"
           subtype:  #celecoxib__Celebrex  a Cox-2 inhibitor (trade name Celebrex) that relieves pain without harming the digestive tract
           subtype:  #rofecoxib__Vioxx  a Cox-2 inhibitor (trade name Vioxx) that relieves pain without harming the digestive tract
        subtype:  #hydroxychloroquine__Plaquenil  anti-inflammatory drug (trade name Plaquenil) used in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis and malaria and lupus erythematosus
        subtype:  #nonsteroidal_anti-inflammatory_drug__nonsteroidal_anti-inflammatory__NSAID  an anti-inflammatory drug that does not contain steroids; "NSAIDs inhibit the activity of both Cox-1 and Cox-2 enzymes"
           subtype:  #diclofenac_potassium__Cataflam  a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (trade name Cataflam)
           subtype:  #diclofenac_sodium__Voltaren  a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (trade name Voltaren) that is administered only orally
           subtype:  #diflunisal__Dolobid  nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory (trade name Dolobid) used to treat arthritis and other inflammatory conditions
           subtype:  #etodolac__Lodine  a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (trade name Lodine)
           subtype:  #fenoprofen_calcium__fenoprofen__Nalfon  a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (trade name Nalfon) used in the treatment of arthritis and other painful inflammatory disorders
           subtype:  #flurbiprofen__Ansaid  a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (trade name Ansaid) that is administered only orally
           subtype:  #ibuprofen__isobutylphenylpropionicacid__Advil__Motrin__Nuprin  a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medicine (trade names Advil and Motrin and Nuprin) used to relieve the pain of arthritis and as an analgesic and antipyretic
           subtype:  #indomethacin__Indocin__indocin  a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (trade name Indocin)
           subtype:  #ketoprofen__Orudis__Orudis_KT__Oruvail  nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (trade names Orudis or Orudis KT or Oruvail)
           subtype:  #ketorolac__Torodal  nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory (trade name Torodal) that is given only orally
           subtype:  #ketorolac_tromethamine__ketorolactromethamine__Acular__Toradol  nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (trade names Acular and Toradol) that is administered only intramuscularly
           subtype:  #meclofenamate_sodium__meclofenamatesodium__meclofenamate__Meclomen  a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory (trade name Meclomen) used to treat arthritis
           subtype:  #mefenamic_acid__mefenamicacid__Ponstel  a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory and analgesic drug (trade name Ponstel) used to treat mild pain (especially menstrual cramps)
           subtype:  #nabumetone__Relafen  a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (trade name Relafen)
           subtype:  #naproxen__Naprosyn  a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (trade name Naprosyn) used in the treatment of arthritis and musculoskeletal inflammation and moderate pain
           subtype:  #naproxen_sodium__Aleve__Anaprox__Aflaxen  a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (trademarks Aleve and Anaprox and Aflaxen)
           subtype:  #oxaprozin__Daypro  a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (trade name Daypro)
           subtype:  #piroxicam__Feldene  a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (trade name Feldene) used to treat arthritis and other inflammatory conditions
           subtype:  #sulindac__Clinoril  a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (trade name Clinoril)
           subtype:  #tolmetin_sodium__Tolectin  a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (trade name Tolectin)
           subtype:  #salicylate  a salt of salicylic acid (included in several commonly used drugs)
              subtype:  #aspirin__acetylsalicylic_acid__acetylsalicylicacid__Bayer__Empirin  the acetylated derivative of salicylic acid; used as an analgesic anti-inflammatory drug (trade names Bayer and Empirin) usually taken in tablet form; used as an antipyretic; slows clotting of the blood by poisoning platelets
              subtype:  #methyl_salicylate__birch_oil__sweet-birch_oil  a liquid ester with a strong odor of wintergreen; applied externally for minor muscle and joint pain
              subtype:  #salol__phenylsalicylate  a white powder with a pleasant taste and odor; used to absorb light in sun tan lotions or as a preservative or an antiseptic or a coating for pills in which the medicine is intended for enteric release
        subtype:  #oxyphenbutazone__Tandearil  an anti-inflammatory drug (trade name Tandearil) used to treat arthritis and bursitis
        subtype:  #phenylbutazone__Butazolidin  anti-inflammatory drug (trade name Butazolidin)
        subtype:  #prednisolone__Pediapred__Prelone  a glucocorticoid (trade names Pediapred or Prelone) used to treat inflammatory conditions
        subtype:  #prednisone__Orasone__Deltasone__Liquid_pred__Meticorten  a dehydrogenated analogue of cortisol (trade names Orasone or Deltasone or Liquid Pred or Meticorten); used as an anti-inflammatory drug in the treatment of arthritis and as an immunosuppressant
        subtype:  #dexamethasone__Decadron__Dexamethasone_Intensol__Dexone__Hexadrol__Oradexon  a corticosteroid drug (trade names Decadron or Dexamethasone Intensol or Dexone or Hexadrol or Oradexon) used to treat allergies or inflammation
     subtype:  #antiprotozoal_drug__antiprotozoaldrug__antiprotozoal  a medicinal drug used to fight diseases (like malaria) that are caused by protozoa
        subtype:  #antimalarial_drug__antimalarial  a medicinal drug used to prevent or treat malaria
           subtype:  #primaquine  synthetic antimalarial drug
           subtype:  #quinacrine_hydrochloride__quinacrine__mepacrine__Atabrine  a drug (trade name Atabrine) used to treat certain worm infestations and once used to treat malaria
           subtype:  #quinine  a bitter alkaloid extracted from chinchona bark; used in malaria therapy
        subtype:  #metronidazole__Flagyl  antiprotozoal medication (trade name Flagyl) used to treat trichomoniasis and giardiasis
     subtype:  #antipyretic__febrifuge  any medicine that lowers body temperature to prevent or alleviate fever
     subtype:  #antiseptic  a substance that destroys micro-organisms that carry disease without harming body tissues
        subtype:  #chloramine-T__chloramine  any of several compounds containing chlorine and nitrogen; used as an antiseptic in wounds
        subtype:  #chlorhexidine  a long-lasting liquid antiseptic; used by surgeons to wash their hands before performing surgery
        subtype:  #gramicidin  an antibiotic produced by a soil bacterium; used chiefly as an antiseptic in treating local infections produced by Gram-positive bacteria
        subtype:  #triiodomethane__iodoform  a yellowish crystalline solid with a penetrating odor; sometimes used as an antiseptic dressing
        subtype:  #merbromine__Mercurochrome  a mercurial compound applied topically as an antiseptic; Mercurochrome is the trademark
        subtype:  #mild_silver_protein__Argyrol  antiseptic consisting of a compound of protein and silver (trade name Argyrol)
        subtype:  #neomycin__fradicin__Neobiotic  an antibiotic obtained from an actinomycete and used (as a sulphate; trade name Neobiotic) as an intestinal antiseptic in surgery
        subtype:  #thimerosal__sodium_ethylmercurithiosalicylate__Merthiolate  a light-colored crystalline powder (trade name Merthiolate) used as a surgical antiseptic
        subtype:  #tincture_of_iodine__iodine  a tincture consisting of a solution of iodine in ethyl alcohol; applied topically to wounds as an antiseptic
     subtype:  #antispasmodic_agent__antispasmodicagent__antispasmodic__spasmolytic  a drug used to relieve or prevent spasms (especially of the smooth muscles)
        subtype:  #atropine  a poisonous crystalline alkaloid extracted from the nightshade family; used as an antispasmodic and to dilate the eye pupil
           subtype:  #belladonna  an alkaloidal extract or tincture of the poisonous belladonna herb that is used medicinally
     subtype:  #antitussive  any medicine used to suppress or relieve coughing
        subtype:  #codeine  derivative of opium; used as an antitussive (to relieve coughing) and an analgesic (to relive pain)
     subtype:  #antiviral_agent__antiviralagent__antiviral  any drug that destroys viruses
        subtype:  #interferon  an antiviral protein produced by cells that have been invaded by a virus; inhibits replication of the virus
        subtype:  #ribavirin__Virazole  an inhaled antiviral agent (trade name Virazole) that may be used to treat serious virus infections
     subtype:  #APC  a drug combination found in some over-the-counter headache remedies (Aspirin and Phenacetin and Caffeine)
     subtype:  #astringent_drug__astringent__styptic  a drug that causes contraction of body tissues and canals
        subtype:  #alum  a double sulphate of aluminum and potassium that is used as an astringent (among other things)
     subtype:  #atomic_cocktail  an oral dose of radioactive substance used in treatment and diagnosis of cancer
     subtype:  #azathioprine__Imuran  an immunosuppressive drug (trade name Imuran) used to prevent rejection of a transplanted organ
     subtype:  #azidothymidine__AZT__zidovudine  an antiviral drug used in the treatment of AIDS; adverse side effects include liver damage and suppression of the bone marrow
     subtype:  #blocking_agent__blocker  a class of drugs that inhibit (block) some biological process
        subtype:  #alpha_blocker__alphablocker__alpha-blocker__alphablocker__alpha-adrenergic_blocker__alpha-adrenergic_blocking_agent  any of various drugs that block alpha-adrenergic receptors; used in treating benign prostatic hyperplasia; relaxes the muscles of the prostate and bladder
           subtype:  #prazosin__Minipress  antihypertensive drug (trade name Minipress)
           subtype:  #terazosin__Hytrin  antihypertensive drug (trade name Hytrin) used to treat high blood pressure
        subtype:  #beta_blocker__beta-adrenergic_blocker__beta-adrenergic_blocking_agent  any of various drugs used in treating hypertension or arrhythmia; decreases force and rate of heart contractions by blocking beta-adrenergic receptors of the autonomic nervous system
           subtype:  #acebutolol__Sectral  an oral beta blocker (trade name Sectral) used in treating hypertension
           subtype:  #atenolol__Tenormin  an oral beta blocker (trade name Tenormin) used in treating hypertension and angina; has adverse side effects (depression and exacerbation of congestive heart failure etc.)
           subtype:  #carvedilol  beta blocker that can reduce the progression of heart failure in individuals whose disease is not advanced
           subtype:  #esmolol__Brevibloc  intravenous beta blocker (trade name Brevibloc) that acts for only a short time; used primarily for cardiac arrhythmias
           subtype:  #metoprolol__Lopressor  beta blocker (trade name Lopressor) used in treating hypertension and angina and arrhythmia and acute myocardial infarction; has adverse side effects (depression and exacerbation of congestive heart failure etc.)
           subtype:  #nadolol__Corgard  a beta-adrenergic blocking agent (trade name Corgard) that is used to treat hypertension and angina
           subtype:  #pindolol__Visken  an oral beta blocker (trade name Visken) used in treating hypertension
           subtype:  #propanolol__Inderal  the first beta blocker (trade name Inderal) used in treating hypertension and angina pectoris and essential tremor
           subtype:  #timolol__Blocadren  a beta blocker (trade name Blocadren) administered after heart attacks
        subtype:  #labetalol_hydrochloride__labetalolhydrochloride__labetalol__Trandate__Normodyne  antihypertensive drug (trade names Trandate and Normodyne) that blocks alpha and beta-adrenergic receptors of the sympathetic nervous system (leading to a decrease in blood pressure)
        subtype:  #neuromuscular_blocking_agent  a substance that interferes with the neural transmission between motor neurons and skeletal muscles
           subtype:  #gallamine__Flaxedil  neuromuscular blocking agent (trade name Flaxedil) used as a muscle relaxant in the administration of anesthesia
           subtype:  #tubocurarine__curare  a toxic alkaloid found in certain tropical South American trees that is a powerful relaxant for striated muscles; used by South American indians as an arrow poison; "curare acts by blocking cholinergic transmission at the myoneural junction"
     subtype:  #bronchodilator  a drug that relaxes and dilates the bronchial passageways and improves the passages of air into the lungs
        subtype:  #albuterol__Ventolin__Proventil  a bronchodilator (trade names Ventolin or Proventil) used for asthma and emphysema and other lung conditions; available in oral or inhalant forms; side effects are tachycardia and shakiness
        subtype:  #aminophylline__theophylline__Elixophyllin__Slo-Bid__Theobid  a bronchodilator (trade names Elixophyllin and Slo-Bid and Theobid) used to treat asthma and bronchitis and emphysema
        subtype:  #ipratropium_bromide__Atrovent  an inhaled bronchodilator (trade name Atrovent)
        subtype:  #metaproterenol__Alupent  a bronchodilator (trade name Alupent) used to treat asthma and emphysema and other lung conditions; available in oral or inhalant forms; side effects include tachycardia and shakiness
        subtype:  #ephedrine  white odorless powdered or crystalline alkaloid from plants of the genus Ephedra (especially Ephedra sinica) or made synthetically; used as a bronchodilator to treat bronchitis and asthma
     subtype:  #calcium_blocker__calciumblocker__calcium-channel_blocker__calciumchannelblocker  any of a class of drugs that block the flow of the electrolyte calcium (either in nerve cell conduction or smooth muscle contraction (of the heart)); has been used in the treatment of angina or arrhythmia or hypertension or migraine
        subtype:  #diltiazem__Cardizem  a calcium blocker (trade name Cardizem) used in treating hypertension or angina or heart failure
        subtype:  #nifedipine__Procardia  calcium blocker (trade name Procardia); appears to increase the risk of recurrent heart attacks
        subtype:  #verapamil__Calan__Isoptin  a drug (trade names Calan and Isoptin) used as an oral or parenteral calcium blocker in cases of hypertension or congestive heart failure or angina or migraine
     subtype:  #carminative  medication that prevents the formation of gas in the alimentary tract or eases its passing
     subtype:  #clofibrate__Atromid-S  a drug (trade name Atromid-S) that reduces lipids in the blood serum; used to treat some cardiovascular diseases
     subtype:  #cold_medicine  medicine intended to relieve the symptoms of the common cold
     subtype:  #counterirritant  a medicine applied locally to produce superficial inflammation in order to reduce deeper inflammation
     subtype:  #cytotoxic_drug__cytotoxicdrug  any drug that has a toxic effect on cells; commonly used in chemotherapy to inhibit the proliferation of cancerous cells
        subtype:  #antineoplastic_drug__antineoplastic__cancer_drug  any of several drugs that control or kill neoplastic cells; used in chemotherapy to kill cancer cells; all have unpleasant side effects that may include nausea and vomiting and hair loss and suppression of bone marrow function
           subtype:  #alkalating_agent  an antineoplastic drug used to treat some forms of cancer
              subtype:  #chlorambucil__Leukeran  an alkalating agent (trade name Leukeran) used to treat some kinds of cancer
           subtype:  #antimetabolite  an antineoplastic drug that inhibits the utilization of a metabolite
              subtype:  #fluorouracil  an antimetabolite used to treat certain cancers
              subtype:  #mercaptopurine__Purinethol  a drug (trade name Purinethol) that interferes with the metabolism of purine and is used to treat acute lymphocytic leukemia
              subtype:  #methotrexate_sodium__methotrexate__amethopterin  toxic antimetabolite that limits cellular reproduction by acting as an antagonist to folic acid; used to treat certain cancers and psoriasis and rheumatoid arthritis
           subtype:  #antineoplastic_antibiotic  an antibiotic drug used as an antineoplastic in chemotherapy
           subtype:  #asparaginase__Elspar  antineoplastic drug (trade name Elspar) sometimes used to treat lymphoblastic leukemia
           subtype:  #floxuridine  antineoplastic drug used to treat some cancers; can cause loss of hair
           subtype:  #lomustine  an antineoplastic drug often used to treat brain tumors or Hodgkin's disease
           subtype:  #melphalan__Alkeran  antineoplastic drug (trade name Alkeran) used to treat multiple myeloma and some other malignancies
           subtype:  #periwinkle_plant_derivative  an antineoplastic drug used to treat some forms of cancer
              subtype:  #vinblastine__Velban  periwinkle plant derivative used as an antineoplastic drug (trade name Velban) that disrupts cell division
              subtype:  #vincristine__Oncovin  periwinkle plant derivative used as an antineoplastic drug (trade name Oncovin); used to treat cancer of the lymphatic system
           subtype:  #procarbazine  an antineoplastic drug used to treat Hodgkin's disease
           subtype:  #thioguanine  an antineoplastic drug used to treat acute leukemias
           subtype:  #thiotepa  an antineoplastic drug used to treat certain malignancies
     subtype:  #decongestant  a drug that decreases pulmonary congestion
        subtype:  #nasal_decongestant__nasaldecongestant  a decongestant that provides temporary relief of nasal symptoms of the common cold and rhinitis and upper respiratory infections
           subtype:  #Actifed  trade name for a drug containing an antihistamine and a decongestant; used to treat upper respiratory conditions and minor allergies
           subtype:  #Dimetapp  trade name for a drug containing an antihistamine and a decongestant; used to relieve nasal congestion and to treat rhinitis
           subtype:  #naphazoline__Privine__Sudafed  vasoconstrictor (trade names Privine and Sudafed) used in nasal sprays to treat symptoms of nasal congestion and in eyedrops to treat eye irritation
     subtype:  #demulcent  a medication (in the form of an oil or salve etc.) that soothes inflamed or injured skin
     subtype:  #diaphoretic  used to produce perspiration
     subtype:  #disulfiram__Antabuse  a drug (trade name Antabuse) used in the treatment of alcoholism; causes nausea and vomiting if alcohol is ingested
     subtype:  #dose  a measured portion of medicine taken at any one time
        subtype:  #booster_dose__boosterdose__booster__booster_shot__boostershot__recall_dose  an additional dose that makes sure the first dose was effective
        subtype:  #draft.dose__draught  a dose of liquid medicine; "he took a sleeping draft"
        subtype:  #hit.dose  a dose of a narcotic drug
        subtype:  #lethal_dose  the size dose that will cause death
        subtype:  #pill.dose__lozenge__tablet  a dose of medicine in the form of a small pellet
           subtype:  #bolus__bolu  a large pill; used especially in veterinary medicine
           subtype:  #capsule  a pill in the form of a small rounded container with medicine inside
           subtype:  #dragee  pill that is a sugar-coated medicated candy
           subtype:  #sleeping_pill__sleeping_tablet__sleeping_capsule__sleeping_draught  a soporific drug in the form of a pill (or tablet or capsule)
           subtype:  #vitamin_pill__vitaminpill  a pill containing one or more vitamins; taken as a dietary supplement
              subtype:  #multivitamin_pill__multivitamin  a pill or tablet containing several vitamins
     subtype:  #Drixoral  the trade name for a drug used to treat upper respirator congestion; it contains an antihistamine and a bronchodilator and a vasoconstrictor
     subtype:  #emetic__vomit__vomitive__nauseant  a medicine that induces nausea and vomiting
        subtype:  #ipecac  a medicinal drug used to evoke vomiting (especially in cases of drug overdose or poisoning)
     subtype:  #expectorant__expectorator  a medicine promoting expectoration
        subtype:  #Robitussin  trade name of an expectorant that loosens phlegm and makes it easier to cough up
     subtype:  #fixed-combination_drug__fixedcombinationdrug  drug containing fixed amounts of two or more ingredients
     subtype:  #gemfibrozil__Lopid  medication (trade name Lopid) used to lower the levels of triglyceride in the blood
     subtype:  #hematinic__haematinic  a medicine that increases the hemoglobin content of the blood; used to treat iron-deficiency anemia
     subtype:  #histamine_blocker__histamineblocker  a medicine used to treat the gastric effects of histamine in cases of peptic ulcers and gastritis and gastroesophageal reflux; works by blocking the effects of histamine on the receptor site known as H2
        subtype:  #cimetidine__Tagamet  a drug (trade name Tagamet) used to treat peptic ulcers by decreasing the secretion of stomach acid
        subtype:  #famotidine__Pepcid  a histamine blocker (trade name Pepcid) used to treat peptic ulcers and gastritis and esophageal reflux
        subtype:  #ranitidine__Zantac  a histamine blocker and antacid (trade name Zantac) used to treat peptic ulcers and gastritis and esophageal reflux
     subtype:  #immunosuppressant__immunosuppressive_drug__immunosuppressivedrug__immune_suppressant_drug  a drug that lowers the body's normal immune response
        subtype:  #mercaptopurine__Purinethol  a drug (trade name Purinethol) that interferes with the metabolism of purine and is used to treat acute lymphocytic leukemia
        subtype:  #methotrexate_sodium__methotrexate__amethopterin  toxic antimetabolite that limits cellular reproduction by acting as an antagonist to folic acid; used to treat certain cancers and psoriasis and rheumatoid arthritis
     subtype:  #inhalant  a medication to be taken by inhalation
     subtype:  #isoproterenol__Isuprel  drug (trade name Isuprel) used to treat bronchial asthma and to stimulate the heart
     subtype:  #isosorbide__Isordil__isordil  drug (trade name Isordil) used to treat angina pectoris and congestive heart failure
     subtype:  #lipid-lowering_medicine__lipid-lowering_medication__statin_drug__statin  a medicine that lowers blood cholesterol levels by inhibiting HMG-CoA reductase
        subtype:  #atorvastatin__Lipitor  an oral drug (trade name Lipitor) that is effective in lowering triglycerides; potent in reducing LDL cholesterol because higher doses can be given
        subtype:  #cerivastatin__Baycol  an oral drug (trade name Baycol) to reduce blood cholesterol levels
        subtype:  #fluvastatin__Lescol  least expensive statin drug (trade name Lescol); usually taken orally at bedtime
        subtype:  #lovastatin__Mevacor  an oral drug (trade name Mevacor) to reduce blood cholesterol levels; used when dietary changes have proved inadequate
        subtype:  #pravastatin__Pravachol  an oral drug (trade name Pravachol) administered to reduce blood cholesterol levels; recommended after nonfatal heart attacks
        subtype:  #simvastatin__Zocor  an oral lipid-lowering medicine (trade name Zocor) administered to reduce blood cholesterol levels; recommended after heart attacks
     subtype:  #methacholine__Mecholyl  parasympathomimetic drug (trademark Mecholyl) that stimulates secretions and smooth muscle activity
     subtype:  #nux_vomica__nuxvomica  a medicine made from the seeds of an Asiatic tree; contains strychnine and brucine; formerly used as a stimulant
     subtype:  #over-the-counter_drug__over-the-counter_medicine  a drug that is sold without a prescription
     subtype:  #oxytocic_drug__oxytocic  a drug that induces labor by stimulating contractions of the muscles of the uterus
     subtype:  #paregoric__camphoratedtinctureofopium  medicine used to treat diarrhea
     subtype:  #patent_medicine  medicine that is protected by a patent and available without a doctor's prescription
        subtype:  #nostrum  patent medicine whose efficacy is questionable
     subtype:  #penicillamine__Cuprimine  a drug (trade name Cuprimine) used to treat heavy metal poisoning and Wilson's disease and severe arthritis
     subtype:  #pentylenetetrazol__pentamethylenetetrazol__Metrazol  a drug used as a circulatory and respiratory stimulant; larger doses cause convulsions in shock therapy; Metrazol is a trademark
     subtype:  #pharmaceutical  drug or medicine that is prepared or dispensed in pharmacies and used in medical treatment
        subtype:  #radiopharmaceutical  pharmaceutical consisting of a radioactive compound used in radiation therapy
        subtype:  #thrombolytic_agent__thrombolytic__clot_buster  a kind of pharmaceutical that can break up clots blocking the flow of blood to the heart muscle
           subtype:  #tissue_plasminogen_activator__Activase  a thrombolytic agent (trade name Activase) that causes fibrinolysis at the site of a blood clot; used in treating acute myocardial infarction
     subtype:  #placebo.medicament  an innocuous or inert medication; given as a pacifier or to the control group in experiments on the efficacy of a drug
        subtype:  #active_placebo  a placebo used in experimental tests of a drug that has noticeable side effects; "an active placebo mimics the side effects of the experimental drug"
     subtype:  #poultice__cataplasm__plaster  medicine consisting of a soft heated mass of meal or clay that is spread on a cloth and applied to the skin to treat inflamed areas or improve circulation etc.
        subtype:  #mustard_plaster__mustardplaster__sinapism  a plaster containing powdered black mustard; applied to the skin as a counterirritant or rubefacient
     subtype:  #powder.toiletry  any of various cosmetic or medical preparations dispensed in the form of a powder
        subtype:  #araroba__Goa_powder__chrysarobin  a bitter yellow powder used to treat skin diseases
        subtype:  #aspirin_powder__aspirinpowder__headache_powder  a powdered form of aspirin
        subtype:  #baby_powder  powder used to prevent a baby's diaper from chafing
        subtype:  #Dover's_powder  a medicinal powder made essentially of ipecac and opium, formerly used to relieve pain and induce perspiration
        subtype:  #face_powder  cosmetic powder for the face
        subtype:  #toilet_powder__bath_powder__dusting_powder__dustingpowder  a fine powder for spreading on the body (as after bathing)
           subtype:  #talcum_powder__talcum  a toilet powder made of purified talc and usually scented; absorbs excess moisture
     subtype:  #prescription_drug__prescription__prescription_medicine__ethical_drug__ethicaldrug  a drug that is available only with written instructions from a doctor or dentist to a pharmacist; "he told the doctor that he had been taking his prescription regularly"
        subtype:  #refill.prescription_drug  a prescription drug that is provided again; "he got a refill of his prescription"; "the prescription specified only one refill"
     subtype:  #probenecid  drug that reduces the level of uric acid in the blood; used to treat gout
     subtype:  #purgative__cathartic__physic__aperient  a purging medicine; stimulates evacuation of the bowels
        subtype:  #bitter_aloes__aloes__aloe  a purgative made from the leaves of aloe
        subtype:  #castor_oil  a purgative extracted from the seed of the castor plant; used in paint and varnish as well as medically
        subtype:  #Epsom_salts  hydrated magnesium sulfate used as a laxative
        subtype:  #laxative  a mild cathartic
           subtype:  #phenolphthalein  a laxative used in many preparations under various trade names; also used as an acid-base indicator in titrations involving weak acids and strong bases because it is brilliant red at high alkalinity and colorless below pH 8
        subtype:  #milk_of_magnesia__magnesium_hydroxide__magnesiumhydroxide  purgative consisting of a milky white liquid suspension of magnesium hydroxide; used as a laxative and (in smaller doses) as an antacid
        subtype:  #Seidlitz_powder__Seidlitz_powders__Rochelle_powder  an effervescing salt containing sodium bicarbonate and Rochelle salt and tartaric acid
     subtype:  #remedy__curative__cure  a medicine or therapy that cures disease or relieve pain
        subtype:  #acoustic  a remedy for hearing loss or deafness
        subtype:  #antidote__counterpoison  a remedy that stops or controls the effects of a poison
        subtype:  #lenitive  remedy that eases pain and discomfort
        subtype:  #lotion.remedy__application  liquid preparation having a soothing or antiseptic or medicinal action when applied to the skin; "a lotion for dry skin"
           subtype:  #calamine_lotion  a lotion consisting of a liquid preparation containing calamine; used to treat itching or mild skin irritations
           subtype:  #eye-lotion__eyelotion__eyewash  lotion consisting of a solution used as a cleanser for the eyes
           subtype:  #liniment__embrocation  a medicinal liquid that is rubbed into the skin to relieve muscular stiffness and pain
           subtype:  #menthol  a lotion containing menthol which gives it a mint flavoring
           subtype:  #rubbing_alcohol__rubbingalcohol  lotion consisting of a poisonous solution of isopropyl alcohol or denatured ethanol alcohol for external use
           subtype:  #witch_hazel__wych_hazel  lotion consisting of an astringent alcoholic solution containing an extract from the witch hazel plant
        subtype:  #magic_bullet__magicbullet  remedy (a drug or therapy or preventive) that cures or prevents a disease: "there is no magic bullet against cancer"
        subtype:  #unction__ointment__unguent__balm__salve  semisolid preparation (usually containing a medicine) applied externally as a remedy or for soothing an irritation
           subtype:  #arnica  an ointment used in treating bruises
           subtype:  #baby_oil  an ointment for babies
           subtype:  #balsam.unction  a fragrant ointment containing a balsam resin
           subtype:  #carron_oil  an ointment formerly used to treat burns
           subtype:  #cerate  a hard medicated paste made of lard or oil mixed with wax or resin
              subtype:  #camphor_ice  a cerate made of camphor and wax and spermaceti and castor oil
           subtype:  #chrism__chrisom__sacramental_oil__sacramentaloil__holy_oil  a consecrated ointment consisting of a mixture of oil and balsam
           subtype:  #lip_balm__lipbalm  a balm applied to the lips
           subtype:  #mentholated_salve__mentholatedsalve  a salve containing menthol
           subtype:  #mercurial_ointment__mercurialointment  an ointment containing mercury
           subtype:  #zinc_ointment  an ointment containing zinc that is used to treat certain skin diseases
        subtype:  #palliative__alleviant__alleviator  remedy that alleviates pain without curing
        subtype:  #panacea__nostrum__cure-all  hypothetical remedy for all ills or diseases; once sought by the alchemists
           subtype:  #elixir  a substance believed to cure all ills
              subtype:  #elixir_of_life  a hypothetical substance believed to maintain life indefinitely; once sought by alchemists
        subtype:  #prophylactic__preventive__preventative  remedy that prevents or slows the course of an illness or disease; "the doctor recommended several preventatives"
     subtype:  #rubefacient  a medicine for external application that produces redness of the skin
     subtype:  #sedative_drug__sedative__depressant__downer  a drug that reduces excitability and calms a person
     subtype:  #soothing_syrup  medicine in the form of a syrup that has a calming effect
     subtype:  #specific  a medicine that has a mitigating effect on a specific disease; "quinine is a specific for malaria"
     subtype:  #sucralfate__Carafate  medicine consisting of a tablet (trade name Carafate) used to treat peptic ulcers; said to bind to the ulcer site and coat it
     subtype:  #suppository  a small plug of medication designed for insertion into the rectum or vagina where it melts
     subtype:  #tincture  (pharmacology) a medicine consisting of an extract in an alcohol solution
        subtype:  #tincture_of_iodine__iodine  a tincture consisting of a solution of iodine in ethyl alcohol; applied topically to wounds as an antiseptic
        subtype:  #arnica.tincture  used especially in treating bruises
     subtype:  #restorative  a medicine that strengthens and invigorates
        subtype:  #bracer__pick-me-up  a tonic or restorative (especially a drink of liquor)
     subtype:  #tyrosine_kinase_inhibitor  a drug used in cases of chronic myeloid leukemia
     subtype:  #vermicide  an agent that kills worms (especially those in the intestines)
     subtype:  #vermifuge__anthelmintic__anthelminthic__helminthic  a medication capable of causing the evacuation of parasitic intestinal worms
        subtype:  #mebendazole  an anthelmintic used to treat hookworm and pinworm and roundworm infestations
        subtype:  #piperazine  vermifuge used to treat infestations by roundworms or pinworms
        subtype:  #quinacrine_hydrochloride__quinacrine__mepacrine__Atabrine  a drug (trade name Atabrine) used to treat certain worm infestations and once used to treat malaria
        subtype:  #tetrachlorethylene__tetrachloroethylene__ethylene_tetrachloride__carbon_dichloride  anthelmintic agent used against hookworm and other nematodes
        subtype:  #thiabendazole  an antifungal agent and anthelmintic
        subtype:  #gentian_violet__gentianviolet__crystal_violet__crystalviolet  a green crystal (violet in water) used as a dye or stain or bactericide or fungicide or anthelmintic or burn treatment
  subtype:  #mydriatic_drug__mydriaticdrug__mydriatic  a drug that causes the pupil of the eye to dilate; used to aid eye examinations
     subtype:  #atropine  a poisonous crystalline alkaloid extracted from the nightshade family; used as an antispasmodic and to dilate the eye pupil
  subtype:  #narcotic  a drug that produces numbness or stupor; often taken for pleasure or to reduce pain; extensive use can lead to addiction
     subtype:  #codeine  derivative of opium; used as an antitussive (to relieve coughing) and an analgesic (to relive pain)
     subtype:  #deck.narcotic  (slang) a packet of narcotics
     subtype:  #hard_drug  a narcotic that is considered relatively strong
        subtype:  #cocaine__cocain__coke__snow__C  a narcotic (alkaloid) extracted from coca leaves; used as a surface anesthetic or taken for pleasure; can become addictive
           subtype:  #crack  a purified and potent form of cocaine that is smoked rather than snorted
        subtype:  #heroin__diacetylmorphine__H__horse__junk__scag__shit__smack  a narcotic that is considered a hard drug; a highly addictive morphine derivative
     subtype:  #laudanum__tincture_of_opium  narcotic consisting of a tincture of opium or any preparation in which opium is the main ingredient
     subtype:  #meperidine_hydrochloride__meperidine__Demerol  a synthetic narcotic drug (trade name Demerol) used to treat pain
     subtype:  #methadone_hydrochloride__methadonehydrochloride__methadone__methadon  synthetic narcotic drug similar to morphine but less habit-forming; used in treating heroin addiction
     subtype:  #morphine__morphia  an alkaloid narcotic drug extracted from opium; a powerful, habit-forming narcotic used to relieve pain
     subtype:  #opiate  a narcotic drug that contains opium or an opium derivative
     subtype:  #opium  an addictive narcotic extracted from seed capsules of the opium poppy
  subtype:  #pentoxifylline__Trental  a drug (trade name Trental) used to treat claudication; believed to increase the flexibility of red blood cells so they can flow through the blood vessels to the legs and feet
  subtype:  #psychoactive_drug__mind-altering_drug__consciousness-altering_drug__psychoactive_substance  a drug that can produce mood changes and distorted perceptions
     subtype:  #designer_drug  a psychoactive drug deliberately synthesized to avoid anti-drug laws; mimics the effects of a banned drug; law was revised in 1986 to ban designer drugs
        subtype:  #methylenedioxymethamphetamine__MDMA__Adam__ecstasy__x  designer drug designed to have the effects of amphetamines (it floods the brain with serotonin) but to avoid the drug laws; in 1985 it was declared illegal
     subtype:  #dronabinol  psychoactive substance present in marijuana; used therapeutically to control nausea associated with cancer therapy
     subtype:  #euphoriant  a psychoactive drug that tends to produce elation and euphoria
     subtype:  #hallucinogen__hallucinogenic_drug__psychedelic_drug__psychedelicdrug__psychodelicdrug  a psychoactive drug that induces hallucinations or altered sensory experiences
        subtype:  #lysergic_acid_diethylamide__LSD__acid  a powerful hallucinogenic drug
        subtype:  #mescaline__peyote  the hallucinatory alkaloid that is the active agent in mescal buttons
        subtype:  #phencyclidine_hydrochloride__phencyclidinehydrochloride__phencyclidine__PCP__angel_dust__angeldust  a drug used as an anesthetic by veterinarians; illicitly taken (originally in the form of powder or `dust') for its effects as a hallucinogen
        subtype:  #psilocybin__psilocin  a hallucinogenic compound obtained from a mushroom
     subtype:  #tetrahydrocannabinol__THC  psychoactive substance present in marijuana
  subtype:  #psychotropic_agent  a chemical substance that can influence human consciousness
     subtype:  #tranquilizer__tranquillizer__tranquilliser__antianxiety_agent__antianxietyagent__ataractic_drug__ataracticdrug__ataractic_agent__ataracticagent__ataractic  a drug used to reduce stress or tension without reducing mental clarity
  subtype:  #relaxant  a drug or treatment that relaxes and relieves tension
     subtype:  #muscle_relaxant  a drug that reduces muscle contractility by blocking the transmission of nerve impulses or by decreasing the excitability of the motor end plate or by other actions
        subtype:  #benzodiazepine  any of several similar lipophilic amines used as tranquilizers or sedatives or hypnotics or muscle relaxants; chronic use can lead to dependency
        subtype:  #cyclobenzaprine__Flexeril  muscle relaxant (trade name Flexeril) used for muscle spasms or acute injury
        subtype:  #methocarbamol__Robaxin  muscle relaxant for skeletal muscles (trade name Robaxin) used to treat spasms
        subtype:  #orphenadrine__Norflex__norflex  a skeletal muscle relaxant (trade name Norflex) used to treat severe muscle strain and Parkinsonism
        subtype:  #papaverine__Kavrin  an alkaloid medicine (trade name Kavrin) obtained from opium; used to relax smooth muscles; it is nonaddictive
        subtype:  #procyclidine__Kemadrin  drug (trade name Kemadrin) used to reduce tremors in parkinsonism
        subtype:  #succinylcholine  a muscle relaxant for striated muscle that is used as an adjunct to anesthesia during certain surgical procedures
        subtype:  #gallamine__Flaxedil  neuromuscular blocking agent (trade name Flaxedil) used as a muscle relaxant in the administration of anesthesia
  subtype:  #soporific__hypnotic  a drug that induces sleep
     subtype:  #narcoleptic  a soporific drug that produces an uncontrollable desire to sleep
     subtype:  #sleeping_pill__sleeping_tablet__sleeping_capsule__sleeping_draught  a soporific drug in the form of a pill (or tablet or capsule)
  subtype:  #stimulant_drug__stimulantdrug__stimulant  a drug that temporarily quickens some vital process
     subtype:  #amphetamine__pep_pill__peppill__upper  a central nervous system stimulant that increases energy and decreases appetite; used to treat narcolepsy and some forms of depression
     subtype:  #analeptic  a medication used as a stimulant to the central nervous system
     subtype:  #aphrodisiac  a drug or other agent that stimulates sexual desire
     subtype:  #butyl_nitrite__butylnitrite__isobutyl_nitrite  a colorless pungent liquid sometimes used as a stimulant drug by drug abusers
     subtype:  #methylphenidate__Ritalin  central nervous system stimulant (trade name Ritalin) used in the treatment of narcolepsy in adults and attention deficit disorder in children
     subtype:  #popper.stimulant_drug  a container of stimulant drug (amyl nitrate or butyl nitrite)
  subtype:  #appetite_suppressant__suppressant  a drug that suppresses appetite
  subtype:  #synergist  a drug that augments the activity of another drug
  subtype:  #virility_drug__anit-impotence_drug  drug to treat impotence attributable to erectile dysfunction
     subtype:  #phentolamine__Vasomax  a virility drug (trade name Vasomax) to treat erectile dysfunction in men
     subtype:  #sildenafil__Viagra  virility drug (trade name Viagra) used to treat erectile dysfunction in men

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