Preskripsyon (en. Prescription)

/pres-kRip-syon/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
The document given by a doctor that orders a specific medication or treatment.
I need to bring my prescription to the pharmacy to get the medicine.
Kailangan kong dalhin ang aking preskripsyon sa botika upang makuha ang gamot.
The process of writing a prescription for medication.
The prescription is an important part of medical care.
Ang preskripsyon ay isang mahalagang bahagi ng pangangalagang medikal.
Guidelines or conditions under which medication can be dispensed.
The doctor's prescription must be followed for the medication to be effective.
Dapat sundin ang preskripsyon ng doktor upang maging epektibo ang gamot.

Etymology

derived from the Latin word 'scriptio' meaning 'writing'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

getting a prescription
The process of receiving a prescription from the doctor.
pagkuha ng preskripsyon
follow the prescription
Adhering to the instructions in the prescription.
sundin ang preskripsyon

Related Words

medicine
A substance used to treat or prevent illness.
gamot
doctor
A professional in the medical field who provides diagnosis and treatment.
doktor

Slang Meanings

Prescription
You need a prescription for this medication.
Kailangan mo ng preskripsyon para sa gamot na 'to.
Order
My prescription is ready with the doctor!
Nandiyan na ang preskripsyon ko sa doktor!
Doc
Wait, what kind of doc is your prescription from?
Teka, anong klaseng doks ang preskripsyon mo?