medicamentos
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Necesito ir a la farmacia a comprar mis medicamentos.
A1I need to go to the pharmacy to buy my medicines.
El doctor me recetó unos medicamentos muy fuertes.
A2The doctor prescribed me some very strong drugs (medication).
Es importante seguir las instrucciones de los medicamentos al pie de la letra.
B1It is important to follow the medication instructions exactly.
💡 Grammar Points
Always Plural
When talking about medicine in general, or multiple types of pills, we usually use the plural 'medicamentos,' even when English might use the singular 'medicine'.
The Singular Form
If you are referring to a single type of medicine or drug, the singular is 'el medicamento' (which means 'the medicine').
❌ Common Pitfalls
Confusing Medicine
Mistake: "Me siento mal y necesito una medicina."
Correction: Me siento mal y necesito medicamentos.
⭐ Usage Tips
Drug vs. Medicine
Be careful! In Spanish, 'drogas' usually refers to illicit substances (illegal drugs). Use 'medicamentos' when talking about prescription or over-the-counter medication.
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: medicamentos
Question 1 of 2
Which Spanish word should you use to ask for pills at the pharmacy?
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I say 'to take medicine'?
The most common and natural way is 'tomar medicamentos' or 'tomar la medicina/las pastillas'.
Is 'medicamentos' a formal word?
No, it is the standard, neutral word for medication. You will hear it used by doctors, pharmacists, and everyday people.