Definition: Doctor's order for a procedure or a medication. Also a nickname for a medication only available for purchase with a prescription.
Examples:
Doctors prescribe medications to patients, who then fill the prescriptions at a pharmacy.
Prescription
By Rod Brouhard, About.com Guide
Updated October 27, 2008
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