Fact Pattern 17-1
Cream X has been approved by the Food and Drug Administration for the treatment of eczema. Dr. Glover discovers, however, that it is also great for a number of other things including the removal of wrinkles and cellulite. The cream is applied to the skin, not ingested. He starts prescribing it for those purposes and has a great increase in patients. Dr. Smith starts to lose a number of patients to Dr. Glover and becomes grumpy when she hears why Dr. Glover is gaining in popularity. Dr. Smith decides to complain about the practice but does not know quite what to do about it.
-Refer to Fact Pattern 17-1.Which of the following is the appropriate term for Dr.Glover's prescribing of Cream X for the elimination of wrinkles and cellulite?

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Dr. Glover's prescribing of Cream X for the elimination of wrinkles and cellulite is an example of off-label use, which refers to the use of an FDA-approved drug for a purpose other than what it was originally intended for. While off-label use is legal, it can pose risks to patients and is generally discouraged unless there is strong scientific evidence to support it.

Fact Pattern 17-1 Cream X Has Been Approved by the Food and Drug