Actifed
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A medicine that reduces allergy symptoms and clears a blocked nose
- noun
- /ˈæktɪfɛd/
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Actifed
- She took Actifed for her cold, and it quickly relieved her congestion.
Examples
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My doctor recommended Actifed to help with my allergy symptoms.
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You can find Actifed at most pharmacies without a prescription.
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I took Actifed to relieve my cold symptoms.
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Have you ever tried Actifed for allergies?
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My doctor recommended Actifed to help with my allergy symptoms.
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She took Actifed for her cold, and it quickly relieved her congestion.
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You can find Actifed at most pharmacies without a prescription.
Surface Forms
Etymology
Actifed is a brand name made to sound like a medicine that works: it combines Acti- from 'active' meaning 'working' and -fed as a short, friendly ending. So, the name suggests a medicine that actively gives relief for colds, allergies, and a stuffy nose.
