the act of taking illegal or controlled substances

दवा लेना

English Usage: His drug-taking habit led to serious health issues.

Hindi Usage: उसकी दवा लेने की आदत ने गंभीर स्वास्थ्य समस्याएं उत्पन्न कीं।

to consume or administer drugs

दवाएं लेना

English Usage: She was advised against drug-taking due to its risks.

Hindi Usage: उसे इसके जोखिमों के कारण दवाएं लेने के खिलाफ सलाह दी गई।