Contraindicate
verb
To advise against a certain action, process, or procedure due to a particular condition or circumstance.
His severe allergies contraindicate the use of this drug
Often appears as...
- contraindicate the use
- contraindicate in patients
Usage tips
Formal
Technical
verb
To advise against a certain action, process, or procedure due to a particular condition or circumstance.
His severe allergies contraindicate the use of this drug
Often appears as...
- contraindicate the use
- contraindicate in patients
Usage tips
Formal
Technical
Definition 1 of 1
Pro Tip 1/3Medical Context
The term is mostly used by healthcare professionals and in medical texts.
Persistent tachycardia contraindicates the use of beta-blockers in his treatment.
Pro Tip 2/3Safety Implication
Using 'contraindicate' often implies a health risk if the advice is not followed.
The patient's history of ulcers contraindicates the prescription of NSAIDs.
Pro Tip 3/3Not a Command
'Contraindicate' suggests professional advice, not an order or command.
The physician noted that her condition contraindicates certain forms of exercise.
Pro Tip 1/3Medical Context
The term is mostly used by healthcare professionals and in medical texts.
Persistent tachycardia contraindicates the use of beta-blockers in his treatment.
Pro Tip 2/3Safety Implication
Using 'contraindicate' often implies a health risk if the advice is not followed.
The patient's history of ulcers contraindicates the prescription of NSAIDs.
Pro Tip 3/3Not a Command
'Contraindicate' suggests professional advice, not an order or command.
The physician noted that her condition contraindicates certain forms of exercise.
Pro Tip 1/3Medical Context
The term is mostly used by healthcare professionals and in medical texts.
Persistent tachycardia contraindicates the use of beta-blockers in his treatment.
Pro Tip 2/3Safety Implication
Using 'contraindicate' often implies a health risk if the advice is not followed.
The patient's history of ulcers contraindicates the prescription of NSAIDs.
Pro Tip 3/3Not a Command
'Contraindicate' suggests professional advice, not an order or command.
The physician noted that her condition contraindicates certain forms of exercise.
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