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Prophylactic
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安全套, 避孕套
contraceptive device consisting of a sheath of thin rubber or latex that is worn over the penis during intercourse
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预防性药物, 预防措施
a preventive measure or substance, such as a medication or treatment, taken to protect against the occurrence of a disease or other unwanted health condition
What is a "prophylactic"?
A prophylactic is a preventive measure used to reduce the risk of disease or infection. It can include medications, treatments, vaccines, or behaviors aimed at protecting individuals from illness before it occurs. Prophylactics are commonly used in healthcare settings, such as giving vaccines to prevent diseases like influenza or providing antibiotics to prevent infection after surgery. It can also involve lifestyle changes, such as maintaining proper hygiene or using protective equipment like masks to prevent the spread of diseases or reduce exposure to germs.
Example
The doctor recommended a prophylactic antibiotic to prevent infection after a surgical procedure.
医生建议使用预防性药物来防止手术后感染。
Travelers to malaria-endemic regions often take prophylactic medications to reduce the risk of contracting the disease.
前往疟疾流行地区的旅行者通常服用预防性药物以降低感染该疾病的风险。
prophylactic
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预防的, 防止的
taking substances or measures to prevent the occurrence or spread of disease or infection
Example
Taking vitamins can be a prophylactic step to maintain overall health.
服用维生素可以是一种预防的措施，以维持整体健康。
Vaccination is a common prophylactic method to prevent certain diseases.
疫苗接种是一种常见的预防的方法，以防止某些疾病。
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预防的, 防护的
warding off
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预防怀孕的, 抗孕的
capable of preventing conception or impregnation
