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Definition of Excipient

1. a. Taking an exception.

2. n. An exceptor.

Definition of Excipient

1. Noun. (pharmacy) An ingredient that is intentionally added to a drug for purposes other than the therapeutic or diagnostic effect at the intended dosage. ¹

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Definition of Excipient

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Medical Definition of Excipient

1. Any more or less inert substance added to a prescription in order to confer a suitable consistency or form to the drug, a vehicle. Origin: L. Excipiens, capere = to take This entry appears with permission from the Dictionary of Cell and Molecular Biology (11 Mar 2008)

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