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2 Over-The-Counter Medications You Should Never, Ever Combine, According to Doctors

There are some over-the-counter (OTC) medications that may be part of your daily routine, like taking melatonin every night before you go to bed or a multivitamin in the morning. Then there are the ...
USA Today

What 'OTC' really means – and why it matters more than you think

You've probably purchased an OTC drug this week without giving it a second thought. Maybe it was a bottle of ibuprofen for lower back pain, a sleep aid to help with a restless night or cold medicine ...
Opinion

FDA chief Marty Makary says 'everything should be over the counter' unless drug is unsafe or addictive

Makary said the FDA is looking at prescription drugs like nausea medications and vaginal estrogen, and hopes to make changes this year.
University of Nevada, Reno

Over-the-counter doesn’t mean risk-free: understanding overdose risks and key ingredients

Cold season can lead to accidental double-dosing. Here’s what people need to know about cold medicines, key ingredients and ...
Scientific American

What if most medications were sold over the counter?

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is reportedly mulling whether more prescription drugs should be sold over the counter (OTC) at pharmacies. In an interview on Wednesday, FDA commissioner Martin ...