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There is 1 meaning of the word Overprescribe.

Overprescribe - as a verb

To prescribe a drug more frequently than appropriate

Example Sentences

"Doctors sometimes overprescribe antibiotics for viral infections."
"The rise in opioid addiction may be attributed to physicians who overprescribe painkillers."
"Some doctors tend to overprescribe antidepressants without thoroughly evaluating the patient's condition."
"The pharmaceutical industry has been accused of pressuring doctors to overprescribe certain drugs."
"In some cases, patients request specific medications, causing doctors to overprescribe them."
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Word Game Points

Is OVERPRESCRIBE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, overprescribe is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

OVERPRESCRIBE has a SCRABBLE points total of 22.

Is OVERPRESCRIBE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, overprescribe is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
OVERPRESCRIBE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 26.

Is OVERPRESCRIBE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, overprescribe is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
OVERPRESCRIBE has a WORDFEUD points total of 25.

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