Pharmacology
/fˌɑrməˈkɑlədʒi/
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Definition
(noun) The science of drugs, including their origin, composition, pharmacokinetics, therapeutic use, and toxicology.
Sentence Examples
I don't really know anything about the pharmacology of venlafaxine.
Leib is studying pharmacology.
CEFR Practice Quiz
She studied ____ at university before specializing in clinical drug development for a major company.