Definition of Compassionate use

1. Noun. (American English) The semi-official use of a drug that has not yet gained official approval in cases where no other treatment is possible ¹

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Medical Definition of Compassionate use

1. Refers to situations where a drug is provided to a patient on humanitarian grounds prior to the drug's receiving regulatory approval. (05 Jan 1998)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Compassionate Use

compast
compatability
compatable
compaternities
compaternity
compatibilisation

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