Korean Dictionary

How to say “Antibiotic” in Korean

항생제

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IntermediateHealth & Medical

Usage & Context

항생제 requires a prescription in Korea and must be taken as directed to prevent antibiotic resistance. Korean health authorities have campaigns to reduce 항생제 overuse which has historically been high in Korea. Completing the full course of 항생제 is strongly emphasized by Korean doctors and pharmacists.

Example Sentence

의사가 항생제를 5일 동안 먹으라고 했어요.

The doctor told me to take antibiotics for 5 days.

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