Definition: Directions written for the obtaining and use of DRUGS.
general; do not confuse the concept of "prescription" with the drug prescribed; do not index here routinely for every "prescribed" drug; do not confuse with DRUG COMPOUNDING: prescribing is by the MD, compounding is by the pharmacist or drug company; not
See AlsoLegislation, Drug ExamplesDrug Repositioning; Drug Substitution; Off-Label Use