Synonyms for
Prescriptions
Definition
a written order for medicine or other treatment prescribed by a doctor or medical practitioner
Synonyms & similar words
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Literary
Antonyms
Common collocations
- fill a prescription
- write a prescription
- prescription drugs
- prescription for disaster
- prescription for success
- prescription medication
- refill a prescription
- emergency prescription
Word family
Usage note
The word 'prescription' can refer to a doctor's order for medication or a rule/instruction. Be mindful of context to avoid confusion. 'Prescriptive' as an adjective often implies something that dictates rules or behavior.
Example sentences
- The doctor gave me a prescription for my cough.
- I had to take my prescription to the pharmacy to get my medicine.
- I forgot to refill my prescription and now I don't have any more pills.
- My mom has to take her prescription every day to manage her diabetes.
- I don't like the taste of this medicine, but it's what the prescription says to take.
Quotes
A prescription for happiness: Laugh every day, spend time with loved ones, and do something that you love.
My prescription for life is less paperwork and more coffee breaks.
Laughter is the best medicine, but if you're laughing for no reason, you need medicine.