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An unlabeled use of a drug is when a doctor prescribes a medicine for a purpose other than that for which it has been specifically designed and approved. Sometimes a drug is prescribed for a specific unlabeled use so often that doctors consider it a common practice.
In the United States, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approves drugs for specific uses.
Last Updated:
July 6, 2011- Medical Review:
- E. Gregory Thompson, MD - Internal Medicine
Margaret Hetherington, B.Sc.Phm., PharmD - Pharmacy
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