A pharmaceutical drug that legally requires a medical prescription to be dispensed.
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Non-Prescription Drug
Also known as over-the-counter (OTC) drugs, can be bought without a prescription.
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Controlled/Regulated/Dangerous Drugs
Drugs with potential for addiction and abuse, including strong pain relievers, sedatives, opioids, and addictive substances. Ex: Demerol, opium, nicotine, alcohol, morphine, heroin, cocaine, methamphetamine, cannabis.
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Yellow Prescription
A special DOH prescription issued by a PDEA-licensed practitioner for dangerous drugs like Morphine. The prescribing doctor must have an S2 license issued by PRC.