Definition of Prophylactic
something used to prevent a disease
Examples of Prophylactic in a sentence
Although the medicine has proven to be prophylactic, it does not prevent infection in all cases. 🔊
Many older people swear that orange juice is prophylactic, but scientists have proven that sugary drinks can actually lesson your immune system. 🔊
Prophylactic mastectomy was recommended for the patient with genetic markers leading to breast cancer. 🔊
Unfortunately, there is no prophylactic treatment for children of HIV positive mothers that will stop them from getting the disease. 🔊
Prophylactic treatments are available to stop one from getting influenza, but they do not work one hundred percent of the time. 🔊
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