Pharmaceutical

usgb/ˌfɑːrməˈsuːtɪkl/
adjective

Related to the creation, sale, or use of drugs and medicines.

She works for a large pharmaceutical company that produces insulin.
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Often appears as...

  • pharmaceutical company
  • pharmaceutical research

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Technical

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Industry Term

Primarily used within medical and business settings to discuss drug manufacturing and sales.

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He attended a seminar on pharmaceutical marketing strategies.
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Not Over-the-Counter

Refers to products made by companies, not what you might buy without a prescription at a store.

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Prescription medications are a major part of the pharmaceutical industry.
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Innovation Implication

Often implies research and development of new drugs and therapies.

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She's pioneering pharmaceutical innovation in cancer treatment.
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