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Nonprescription drugs
Non prescription drugs are drugs that are sold over the counter, which means they are sold
without a prescription from a doctor.
These drugs are sold directly to the consumers as compared to prescription drugs, which
requires a prescription.
They are also referred as the over-the-counter (OTC) drugs.
More about non prescription drugs
The information about the drug applies whether it requires prescription or not.
nonprescription drugs have the same dangers, warnings, precautions and interactions as
prescription drugs.
A nonprescription (over-the-counter) drug has dosing and other instructions printed on the
container label.
Always the pt should read them carefully before taking the drug.
The information and warnings on containers for nonprescription drugs may not be as complete
as the information in spaicial books.
Criteria for OTC drugs
The benefits of these drugs outweigh their risks.
There is low chances for misuse and abuse.
Consumer can use them for self-diagnosed health conditions.
Theses drugs can be adequately labeled.
There is no requirement of health professionals for the safe and effective use of the product.
Stability and purity like any drug
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