medication
noun [ C or U ]
uk/ˌmedɪˈkeɪʃən/ usdrugs that are used in the treatment of illness or injury:
The condition can be treated effectively with medication.
over-the-counter/prescription medications
take/need/change medication In many cases, people were not warned about the dangers of taking medications without medical supervision.
give/prescribe (sb) medication (for sth) Her records revealed that she had received counselling and had been prescribed medication.
be on medication (for sth) There has been a worrying increase in the number of people on medication for depression.