prescription
write/label; refers to the directions for use
dispense; quantity to dispense
no refills
for 10 days
drop (of a liquid medication)
over the counter; can be purchased without a prescription
tablet
capsule
cream
ointment
inhaler or inhalation
by mouth
both eyes
right eye
left eye
both ears
right ear
left ear
inject, injection
intravenous (into the vein)
once daily; every day
twice daily, two times per day
every other day
every bedtime
every morning
every 6 hours, every 8 hours
before meals
after meals
at bedtime
around the clock
immediately
as needed