: The symbol "℞," which traditionally stands for the Latin recipe , meaning "take".

: The number of permitted refills and the manual or electronic signature of the prescriber. Physical Prescription Paper

Every valid prescription generally contains these seven critical parts to ensure patient safety and legal compliance:

A medical prescription—often called a "script" or "Rx"—is a legal document that serves as an order from a healthcare professional to a pharmacist to dispense specific medication or treatment.

: Instructions for the patient, such as "Take one tablet by mouth twice daily".

: The specific medication name, strength, and dosage form (e.g., tablet, liquid).