The act of taking (or administering) medicine; a formal medical term indicating that medication should be taken as prescribed.
指示通りに毎食後に服薬してください。
Please take the medication after each meal as directed.
入院中は看護師が服薬を確認してくれる。
While hospitalized, nurses will check that you take your medication.
自己判断で服薬を中止せず、主治医に相談してください。
Do not stop taking medication on your own; consult your physician.