drug of choice
The term "drug of choice" can refer to either a preferred medication for treatment or a substance an individual is addicted to.
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Definition
B2Substance Abuse
(informal, narcotics)The preferred substance that an individual frequently uses, often associated with addiction.
Example
- Her drug of choice was heroin, which she had been using for years.
C1Medicine
(formal, clinical)The most suitable medication for treating a specific medical condition based on its effectiveness and safety.
Example
- Penicillin is the drug of choice for treating bacterial infections.
Similar
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