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prescription

[pri-skrip-shuhn] / prɪˈskrɪp ʃən /


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The company noted that’s equivalent to one new prescription every five seconds—and one of the biggest U.S. pharmaceutical product launches in history.

From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026

Prior attempts at developing drugs to combat aging haven’t succeeded and the Food and Drug Administration, which regulates prescription drugs in the U.S., doesn’t recognize aging as a disease.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026

Suozzi’s prayer prescription appears even less supported by evidence today.

From Salon • May 29, 2026

It’s the prescription that’s good for us all.

From MarketWatch • May 27, 2026

He’d fought for tax cuts and credits for the working poor and was focused on cutting prescription drug costs for senior citizens.

From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama




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