noun
drug withdrawal; cessation of medication
Medical term for stopping or pausing a medication, either temporarily or permanently. Often used in clinical contexts.
副作用が強く出たため、医師は休薬を指示した。
Because the side effects were severe, the doctor ordered a cessation of the medication.
休薬期間中は他の薬を服用しないでください。
Please do not take other medications during the drug withdrawal period.