font size

Definition of Ragweed

Ragweed: Any of a number of weedy composite herbs that produce a pollen that is a frequent cause of allergies. Of all allergy sufferers in the United States, 75% are allergic to ragweed.

Source: MedTerms™ Medical Dictionary
http://www.medterms.com/script/main/art.asp?articlekey=5199
Last Editorial Review: 3/26/1998 2:28:00 PM

Drug Medical Dictionary of Terms by Letter

Top RxList Drug News

Allergies & Asthma

Improve treatments & prevent attacks.