Question

Vocabulary
medicines
drugs
vaccine
side effects
additive interaction synergistic effect antagonistic interaction neutralize
Write the correct vocabulary term under each definition.
1. occurswhenmedicinesworktogetherinapositiveway
2. substances other than foods that change the structure or function of the body or mind
3. to counteract the effect of
4. occurs when one medicine’s effect is canceled or
reduced when taken with another
5. drugs that are used to treat or prevent diseases or other conditions
6. the interaction of two or more medicines that results in a greater effect than when the medicines are taken alone
7. reactions to medicines other than the one intended
8. a preparation that prevents a person from contracting a specific disease

Answer 1

Here are the correct vocabulary terms corresponding to each definition:

1. **synergistic effect** – occurs when medicines work together in a positive way
2. **drugs** – substances other than foods that change the structure or function of the body or mind
3. **neutralize** – to counteract the effect of
4. **antagonistic interaction** – occurs when one medicine’s effect is canceled or reduced when taken with another
5. **medicines** – drugs that are used to treat or prevent diseases or other conditions
6. **additive interaction** – the interaction of two or more medicines that results in a greater effect than when the medicines are taken alone
7. **side effects** – reactions to medicines other than the one intended
8. **vaccine** – a preparation that prevents a person from contracting a specific disease