Contraindication Definition & Meaning

contraindication
noun
  1. (medicine) a reason that makes it inadvisable to prescribe a particular drug or employ a particular procedure or treatment

"Contraindication" in song lyrics

See how contraindication is used in real songs:

  • "adenosine contraindication"
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  • "ear infection and steroid use contraindication"
    AOL — AOL
  • "root canal contraindication"
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