### Question
Can you define what prescription means?


### Answer
**Prescription** is defined as the following in *21 CFR § 1300.01*:

> an order for medication which is dispensed to or for an ultimate user but does not include an order for medication which is dispensed for immediate administration to the ultimate user. 

#### Citation:
  - *21 CFR § 1300.01*
  - Heading: **PART 1300—DEFINITIONS > PART 1300—DEFINITIONS**

