Prescribing refers to the act of recommending or giving a specific medication to a patient to alleviate symptoms or treat a medical condition.
Dosage: The specific amount of medication recommended by the clinician based on factors like age, weight, and severity of symptoms.
Side effects: Unintended reactions or sensations that may occur when taking prescribed medication.
Overprescribing: When clinicians prescribe more medication than necessary, which can lead to potential risks or dependency issues.