on prescription
idiom
British
: by having a written message from a doctor that officially tells one to use a medicine, therapy, etc.
The drug is only available on prescription.
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People who have underlying medical conditions and who are on prescription medications should check with their primary care provider about energy drink use.
CNN: Are there other better ways to reduce fatigue and boost energy?
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Katia Hetter, CNN, 9 Sep. 2024
Employers are also looking at reining in spending on prescription medications, said Eric Miller, a consulting actuary with Segal, a benefits consulting firm that works mainly with large public sector employers and unions.
—Tami Luhby, CNN, 9 Oct. 2024
Her campaign says the proposal will be funded by savings generated from Harris’ plans for lowering government spending on prescription drug prices.
—Bruce Gil, Quartz, 8 Oct. 2024
Based On Price Research Regulation From a regulatory standpoint, Harris is focused on prescription drugs, more affordable housing, a higher minimum wage, lower grocery costs and a supportive stance toward clean energy.
—Jeffrey Schulze, Forbes, 8 Oct. 2024
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Katia Hetter, CNN, 9 Sep. 2024
Employers are also looking at reining in spending on prescription medications, said Eric Miller, a consulting actuary with Segal, a benefits consulting firm that works mainly with large public sector employers and unions.
—Tami Luhby, CNN, 9 Oct. 2024
Her campaign says the proposal will be funded by savings generated from Harris’ plans for lowering government spending on prescription drug prices.
—Bruce Gil, Quartz, 8 Oct. 2024
Based On Price Research Regulation From a regulatory standpoint, Harris is focused on prescription drugs, more affordable housing, a higher minimum wage, lower grocery costs and a supportive stance toward clean energy.
—Jeffrey Schulze, Forbes, 8 Oct. 2024
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“On prescription.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/on%20prescription. Accessed 8 Nov. 2024.
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