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ante cibum (s) (noun), ante cibos (pl)
An indication to be taken before a meal: The directive ante cibum is usually noted on medical prescriptions, abbreviated as "a.c.", ndicating when to take the medication.
ante cibum; a.c.
Before food.

A direction on prescriptions indicating that medicine should be taken before meals.

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