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prescription

[pri-skrip-shuhn] / prɪˈskrɪp ʃən /


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Soon I was using prescription shampoo, two topical serums, monthly steroid scalp injections, and a pricey red-light therapy cap that made me look like an alien.

From Slate • May 23, 2026

“A prescription is accessible in a way that a weekly therapy appointment is not,” Slater explained.

From Salon • May 18, 2026

Slower metabolism also increases the chances of interactions with prescription medications.

From Science Daily • May 15, 2026

There are once-weekly patches, patches that combine estradiol with progestin, and different doses that may be close to the original prescription and can be substituted.

From MarketWatch • May 12, 2026

I have my goaltending gear—the prescription goggles, knee pads, and elbow pads—in a drawer in my room.

From "Tangerine" by Edward Bloor




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