The term PRESCRIPTION ITEMS can be broken down into two solutions: DRUGS (5 letters). Drugs are substances that are used to treat, cure, prevent, or diagnose a disease or to enhance physical or mental well-being. They are usually prescribed by a doctor or other healthcare professional and dispensed by a pharmacist. Drugs can be in the form of tablets, capsules, liquids, creams, ointments, inhalers, injections, and suppositories.