prescribe

Example Sentences

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When we prescribe these drugs to patients whose endogenous GLP-1 system is functioning normally, we are not filling a deficit.

From Slate • Mar. 22, 2026

GPs across the country have been told to prescribe antibiotics to anyone who visited the nightclub from 5 to 7 March, plus students from the University of Kent.

From BBC • Mar. 18, 2026

When behavioral therapies and other non drug strategies fail, doctors may prescribe risperidone as a last resort.

From Science Daily • Mar. 8, 2026

“I found myself seeking doctors who would prescribe it,” he said.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 4, 2026

“That’s what I said! But Dr. Culligan said I had to ‘react adversely to the stimuli’ before she could prescribe me anything.”

From "Liar, Liar" by Gary Paulsen