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magistral

magistral

9.9
A medicine made by a pharmacist to fit a doctor's prescription for one patient
  • adjective
  • /ˈmædʒɪstrəl/
  • Specialized
translation icon : magistral
  • The doctor ordered a magistral ointment to be made for the patient's unique skin condition.

Examples

  • Unlike standard medications, a magistral preparation is tailored to the individual's needs.

  • Pharmacists must follow precise instructions when creating magistral solutions for patients.

  • The doctor prescribed a magistral formula for the patient.

  • She received a magistral treatment tailored to her needs.

  • The doctor ordered a magistral ointment to be made for the patient's unique skin condition.

  • Unlike standard medications, a magistral preparation is tailored to the individual's needs.

  • Pharmacists must follow precise instructions when creating magistral solutions for patients.

Synonyms

prescription
vsmagistral
3.8

Only sold with a doctor's written order

are medicines prepared individually to a doctor's specific formula rather than standard ones

Surface Forms

magistral positive

Etymology

Magistral comes from the Latin magister 'master', and was used for medicines made by the master apothecary to order. So a magistral preparation is a custom, prescription-made medicine for one person rather than a standard product.