1. administering too much medication or medication in excessive doses to a patient
Usage: present participle of overmedicate; medical/healthcare context
2. relying excessively on medication as a treatment approach rather than exploring other therapeutic options
Usage: present participle of overmedicate; broader healthcare/wellness context

Examples

• The doctor warned against overmedicating elderly patients without first considering non-drug alternatives.
• Overmedicating children with behavioral issues can mask underlying psychological problems.
• Some critics argue that modern psychiatry is overmedicating depression instead of addressing root causes.
• The hospital implemented new protocols to prevent overmedicating patients in pain management.
• Overmedicating can lead to serious side effects and drug interactions.
• Parents should discuss with their pediatrician whether they are overmedicating their child's seasonal allergies.