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When Is It Beneficial to Take OTC Medications?

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Concept:-

  • Over-the-counter drug (OTC): OTC are those drugs that are safe and effective for use by the general public without a doctor’s prescription.
  • It is also called prescription decontrolled drugs.
  • It is used primarily for symptomatic relief and not as a substitute for prescription drugs.

Advantages of OTC Drugs:

  • Benefits outweigh risks.
  • Low misuse.
  • Consumers are able to self-diagnose, self-treatment and self-manage.
  • Adequately labeled.
  • Health practitioners are not needed.

Disadvantages of OTC drugs:

  • The patient may choose the wrong drug.
  • The patient may not know reactions or interactions.
  • Ineffective treatment may result in the progression of the disease.

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