legend drug

Definition

A prescription-only medication that requires the federal warning label 'Caution: Federal Law prohibits dispensing without a prescription' on its packaging. It's the technical term for controlled substances that demand a doctor's authorization.

Example Usage

The pharmacy filled his prescription for the legend drug after verifying it with his doctor.

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