Prescription Drug (Noun)
Meaning
A drug that is available only with written instructions from a doctor or dentist to a pharmacist; "he told the doctor that he had been taking his prescription regularly".
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- She carefully filled out the form for her prescription drug at the pharmacy counter.
- His insurance didn't cover the expensive prescription drug the doctor ordered.
- Taking the wrong prescription drug led to an emergency hospital visit for Sarah.
- Always keep track of the dosage instructions on the label of your prescription drug.
- If you forget to pick up your prescription drug at the pharmacy it will likely not be filled for 24 hours.