Bot GPT 4-o mini "Drug medicine" typically refers to substances used for therapeutic purposes, which can include diagnosing, curing, mitigating, treating, or preventing disease. These substances can be derived from natural sources, such as plants and animals, or they can be synthetically produced in laboratories.
The term "drug" encompasses a wide range of products, including:
- Prescription medications: Drugs that require a healthcare provider's authorization to be dispensed and are used under their supervision.
- Over-the-counter (OTC) medications: Drugs that can be purchased without a prescription and are generally considered safe and effective for the public to use as directed.
- Biologics: Products derived from living organisms that are used for treatment, such as vaccines and blood components.
- Complementary and alternative medicines: These include herbal remedies and other therapeutic practices that may not fall under conventional drug regulations.
The use of drug medicines is governed by regulatory agencies (like the FDA in the United States) to ensure their safety, efficacy, and quality.
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