concom

Concom is an informal abbreviation of the word concomitant. It is used primarily in medical and research contexts to indicate something that occurs together with another event, treatment, or condition.

In medicine, the term frequently appears as "concomitant medications," referring to drugs taken at the same time as the principal therapy. It can also describe concomitant diseases, symptoms, or therapies used concurrently, such as radiotherapy with chemotherapy or physical therapy alongside surgery. The identification of concomitant factors is important for recognizing potential drug interactions, side effects, and impacts on outcomes.

In clinical research and pharmacovigilance, data on concomitant therapies help in adjusting analyses and interpreting results. The phrase "concomitant" is widely used in formal writing, while "concom" appears mainly in shorthand notes, internal reports, or lower-signal communications.

Usage notes: Because "concom" is informal, it may not be understood by all readers. In formal publications, the full term "concomitant" or "concomitantly" should be used.

See also: concomitant, concomitantly, drug interaction, adverse drug reaction, polypharmacy.