prophylactically

[US]/ˌprɒfɪˈlæktɪkli/
[UK]/ˌprɑːfɪˈlæktɪkli/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

adv.preventively

Phrases & Collocations

treated prophylactically

administered prophylactically

used prophylactically

given prophylactically

prescribed prophylactically

Example Sentences

the medication is prophylactically administered to prevent infection.

patients are prophylactically treated with antibiotics before surgery.

the cream is prophylactically applied to protect against sunburn.

doctors prophylactically prescribe antiviral medication during flu season.

the vaccine is prophylactically given to children at a young age.

individuals are prophylactically screened for genetic disorders.

workers are prophylactically vaccinated against hepatitis b.

the structure is prophylactically protected against corrosion.

athletes prophylactically use compression garments to prevent injuries.

the area is prophylactically treated with pesticides to control mosquitoes.

patients with heart conditions are prophylactically given blood thinners.

children are prophylactically screened for vision problems.

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