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Vocabulary Entry
troche
|noun • verb
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N
noun
A small, round lozenge or pill used for medicinal purposes, often designed to dissolve in the mouth.
Example Sentences
"She took a troche to soothe her sore throat."
"The pharmacist recommended a troche for quick relief from cough."
"In the past, troches were commonly used before the advent of modern tablets."
V
verb
To administer or prescribe a troche as a form of medication.
Example Sentences
"The doctor decided to troche the medication for better absorption."
"After examining her symptoms, the nurse will troche the appropriate remedy."
"In some cases, it is more effective to troche medication instead of using a traditional pill."