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cotherapy

noun · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

Two or more simultaneous therapies.

All the components together.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: uncountable

Examples

  • Near-synonym: polytherapy
  • In severe cases, cotherapy with corticosteroids and monoclonal antibodies is indicated.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: polytherapy

Antonyms: none provided

2

noun

Meaning 2

Two or more simultaneous therapies.

Any component among the group, considered individually.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: countable

Examples

  • In severe cases, monoclonal antibodies are added as a cotherapy.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

From co- + therapy.