overprescribed

[US]/ˌəʊvəprɪsˈkraɪbd/
[UK]/ˌoʊvərprɪsˈkraɪbd/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

v.to prescribe a medication in excessive amounts

Phrases & Collocations

overprescribed medications

overprescribed drugs

overprescribed treatments

overprescribed therapies

overprescribed antibiotics

overprescribed opioids

overprescribed painkillers

overprescribed hormones

overprescribed sedatives

overprescribed antidepressants

Example Sentences

many doctors believe that antibiotics are often overprescribed.

the overprescribed medication can lead to serious side effects.

patients may suffer if painkillers are overprescribed.

there is a growing concern about the overprescribed use of antidepressants.

overprescribed treatments can contribute to antibiotic resistance.

the report highlighted the issue of overprescribed medications in children.

health experts warn against the overprescribed use of sedatives.

overprescribed drugs can create dependency in patients.

many people are unaware of the dangers of overprescribed medications.

doctors are being trained to avoid overprescribed treatments.

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