Nonprescription (Adjective)
Meaning
Purchasable without a doctor's prescription; "nonprescription drugs"; "an over-the-counter cold remedy".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- Many nonprescription medications can be found at local pharmacies and supermarkets.
- Some cold treatments are available as nonprescription tablets that users can purchase independently.
- You can easily buy nonprescription decongestants and cough medicines from your neighborhood store.
- Cough medicines are usually offered as nonprescription syrups for both children and adults.
- Various nonprescription pain relievers can help ease headaches, pain, and fever.