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prescribe

[pri-skrahyb] / prɪˈskraɪb /


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The findings added to the concerns that some critics have raised about compounding pharmacies and telehealth companies, which they say are too quick to prescribe.

From MarketWatch • Jul. 7, 2026

In medical settings even a small gift from a drug company — like a box of doughnuts — can lead doctors to prescribe its brands more often.

From Salon • Jun. 26, 2026

The following month, Hims announced that it would allow providers on its platform to prescribe scripts filled by independent pharmacies, including LillyDirect.

From Barron's • May 27, 2026

But the misconduct tribunal found a close relationship continued and Patel continued to prescribe the controlled medication until January 2023, claiming the patient made threats to expose their relationship.

From BBC • May 21, 2026

“No. It was very curious. He complained that he felt as if there were long pieces of straw stuck in his throat. When I told the doctor he was able to prescribe the proper medication.”

From "Interpreter of Maladies" by Jhumpa Lahiri




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