KnowraPrescription drugLinked fromLinked fromThe 8 pages that link to Prescription drug, each with the reason it gives.All 8Related 2Narrower topic 1Compared with 5Dietary supplementCompared with: Prescription drugs generally undergo premarket review for safety and effectiveness; supplements follow different rules.Topical antibioticsCompared with: Mupirocin is prescription-only in many places, unlike some antibiotic ointments.Over-the-counter drugCompared with: It is the regulated alternative when a medicine’s risks or use require professional oversight.Controlled substanceCompared with: Prescription status regulates access, but does not by itself make a drug federally controlled.MedicationCompared with: Prescription status distinguishes medicines requiring individualized clinical oversight.