Laced
Laced
Laced (/leɪst/), from the Old French lacé, is a term often used in the medical field to describe a substance that has been combined or mixed with another, usually without the recipient's knowledge.
Etymology
The term laced originates from the Old French lacé, which means to entwine or interweave. In a medical context, it refers to the act of adding one substance to another, often with the intention of enhancing or altering the effects of the original substance.
Medical Usage
In medicine, the term laced is often used to describe a situation where a drug or medication has been mixed with another substance. This can be done for a variety of reasons, such as to increase the potency of the drug, to alter its effects, or to deceive the recipient. For example, a drug may be laced with a cheaper substance in order to increase profits, or with a more potent substance in order to increase its effects.
Related Terms
- Adulterant: A substance that is added to a drug or medication to increase its quantity, often at the expense of its quality.
- Contaminant: A substance that is unintentionally added to a drug or medication, often as a result of poor manufacturing practices.
- Potency: The strength or effectiveness of a drug or medication.
- Pharmacology: The study of drugs and medications, including their composition, effects, and usage.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Laced
- Wikipedia's article - Laced
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