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Explain and give an example for each of the following:
Off-label

Extra-label

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Step-by-step explanation:

Off-label use is considering the use of prescripted pharmaceutical drugs or over-the-counter drugs. Examples are pharmaceutical drugs called Prazosin, Memantine, Clonidine, Naltrexone, Clomiphene, and more.

Extra-label use is considering the use of approved drugs. Examples are Chloramphenicol, Diethylstilbestrol, Ipronidazole, Clenbuterol, and more.

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