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Definition of by prescription
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: by having a written message from a doctor that officially tells one to use a medicine, therapy, etc. The drug is only available by prescription.
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: the establishment of a claim of title to something under common law usually by use and enjoyment for a period fixed by statute
: the right or title acquired under common law by such possession
: the process of making claim to something by long use and enjoyment
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