Definition & Meaning of "pharmaceutic"in English

What is a "pharmaceutic"?

A pharmaceutic refers to a substance or formulation intended for use as a medication or drug. Pharmaceutics involve the science and techniques used in the preparation, formulation, and distribution of pharmaceutical products. These products are designed to treat, cure, ease symptoms of diseases and medical conditions or to prevent them. Pharmaceutics include various forms of medications, including tablets, capsules, syrups, injections, ointments, and creams, each carefully formulated to ensure effectiveness, safety, and proper use by patients.