A substance that is ingested, applied, or injected with the purpose of curing or alleviating illness, or maintaining health.
Materials that have chemical effects, not limited to pharmaceuticals, but also including substances used in various industrial applications such as explosives and agricultural chemicals.
An object or action that initially causes discomfort or difficulty but leads to beneficial outcomes in the long run.
A colloquial term referring to illegal narcotics, especially when discussing their illicit trade or consumption.
A general term for products used in healing and treatment, which may include tablets, powders, or topical applications.
Example:
このを飲めば、あなたは頭痛が治るでしょう。
A substance used to treat, prevent, or diagnose illness or injury, typically administered orally, through injection, or applied externally, which can also refer to any chemical substance that alters the biological function of living organisms.
An experience or event that initially causes discomfort but ultimately leads to a beneficial outcome.
A term that encompasses any chemical agent, including prescription medications and other materials with specific chemical properties, such as pesticides or pottery glazes.
A type of plant that is used in traditional medicine for healing or therapeutic purposes.
Herbs that possess medicinal properties, often utilized in the preparation of remedies for various ailments.
Vegetation recognized for its ability to treat health conditions, commonly found in folk medicine practices.
A chemical compound made by combining saltpeter, charcoal, and sulfur, which can ignite and explode either through ignition or shock, commonly used in ammunition and explosives.
A substance that undergoes rapid combustion or decomposition when subjected to shock or ignition, generating a large amount of heat and gas for destructive or propulsive purposes, encompassing various explosive materials categorized by their uses and reactions.
A general term for explosive materials that can harness the energy released during an explosion, including mixed powders like black powder and chemical explosives like nitroglycerin, which are distinguished by their specific applications in demolition, propulsion, and ignition.
Example:
火薬は注意深く扱わなければならない。
A substance that induces a state of insensitivity or numbness, often associated with the ability to relieve pain but carries a risk of addiction, leading to legal regulations.
A class of drugs characterized by their psychoactive effects, which can alter perception and consciousness, and may include opiates and stimulants, some of which are used medicinally.
A category of medications and substances that cause a significant alteration in the body’s sensory perception, often resulting in dependency and requiring legal oversight.
Example:
私達は国民から麻薬を追放しなければならない。