Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
rx
abbreviation
/ˌɑːr ˈɛks/
Definition
A symbol used to indicate a prescription.
Examples
- She handed the pharmacist her rx for the antibiotic.
- The doctor wrote an rx for pain relief medication.
- Make sure to keep your rx safe until it’s filled.
Meaning
The term ‘rx’ is derived from the Latin word ‘recipere,’ meaning ‘to take.’ It is commonly seen on prescription medications and signifies that a drug should be dispensed by a licensed pharmacist upon a doctor’s order.
Synonyms
- prescription
- drug order
- medication order
