by prescription
idiom
US
: by having a written message from a doctor that officially tells one to use a medicine, therapy, etc.
The drug is only available by prescription.
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They are sold over the counter or by prescription, depending on their strength.9
Potential side effects include:9
Constipation
Diarrhea
Dizziness
Headache
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Keep in mind that some H2 blockers contain cimetidine.
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Amanda Gardner, Health, 22 June 2024
The service is available by prescription only and will initially target the patient population of New York State.
—Kansas City Star, 13 June 2024
The authors did note that antibiotics are only given by prescription in China.
—Beth Mole, Ars Technica, 28 Mar. 2024
Most are available by prescription only and none are meant to replace a healthy diet and exercise plan.
—Stephen C. George, Discover Magazine, 30 Apr. 2024
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Amanda Gardner, Health, 22 June 2024
The service is available by prescription only and will initially target the patient population of New York State.
—Kansas City Star, 13 June 2024
The authors did note that antibiotics are only given by prescription in China.
—Beth Mole, Ars Technica, 28 Mar. 2024
Most are available by prescription only and none are meant to replace a healthy diet and exercise plan.
—Stephen C. George, Discover Magazine, 30 Apr. 2024
See all Example Sentences for by prescription
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“By prescription.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/by%20prescription. Accessed 7 Jul. 2024.
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