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prescription

[pri-skrip-shuhn] / prɪˈskrɪp ʃən /


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This is a radical departure from how most prescription drugs are paid for in the U.S.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 17, 2026

They range from mild over-the-counter hydrocortisone to more potent versions available only on prescription.

From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026

Wegovy pill prescription growth continues to impress and UBS expects the pill generated first-quarter sales of $235 million.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 10, 2026

Viridian Therapeutics sank 24% after Amgen reported that its prescription medication for thyroid eye disease, Tepezza, met the primary and key secondary endpoints in a Phase 3 trial.

From Barron's • Apr. 6, 2026

“Well. I suppose I’d be pleased to write out a prescription for your corns.”

From "Typical American" by Gish Jen




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