prípravk

Prípravok is a term used in Slovak and Czech to denote a prepared product designed for a specific use. It derives from the verb pripraviť/pripravit and the suffix -ok, indicating a thing created by preparation. The concept covers a broad range of formulated products, including medicines, cosmetics, veterinary products, agrochemicals, and laboratory preparations. It is used in everyday language as well as in professional and regulatory contexts; the precise meaning depends on context.

Forms and examples: common forms include tablets, capsules, syrups, injectables, creams, ointments, and shampoos that contain active ingredients; as well as agricultural sprays, baits, or ready-to-use reagents. In pharmacology the term often refers to a finished dosage form that contains an active substance together with excipients.

Regulation and classification: in many countries, whether a product is called a prípravok depends on its intended use and regulatory status. Medicinal preparations are typically subject to medicines regulation and require evidence of quality, safety, and efficacy; cosmetics, veterinary products, and pesticides fall under separate regimes with product-specific oversight. The word stresses that the item is a ready-to-use formulation rather than a raw material.