prescription drugs

Definition of prescription drugsnext
plural of prescription drug

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for prescription drugs
Noun
  • The latest number that Novo disclosed in February is that more than 600,000 prescriptions had been written since its launch, including for more than 3,000 patients in the first week.
    Annika Kim Constantino, CNBC, 7 Apr. 2026
  • Doctors say that hormone therapy prescribed by a doctor can help with symptoms, as can prescriptions for nonhormonal medication.
    ABC News, ABC News, 6 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • His story, from New York City busker to his felony conviction for running drugs to a full-scale breakthrough over the past five years, runs parallel to that of McLane.
    Josh Crutchmer, Rolling Stone, 3 Apr. 2026
  • Boosting feasibility, lenacapavir’s manufacturer was a principal participant in the subscription agreements for hepatitis C drugs.
    Michael Rose, STAT, 3 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • The committee substitute aligned the bill with federal requirements, beginning the start of co-pays in October 2028 and reducing them to $5 for all health care services and $1 for prescription medications.
    Keely Doll, Louisville Courier Journal, 2 Apr. 2026
  • Later that month, Tarrant County deputies searched Laura's home and seized her cell phone, two tablets, two laptops, and medical supplies and medications prescribed to her son.
    Amelia Mugavero, CBS News, 1 Apr. 2026
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“Prescription drugs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/prescription%20drugs. Accessed 7 Apr. 2026.

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