over-the-counter medications
No prescription needed
Medications available without a prescription, sold directly to consumers from pharmacy shelves or store aisles.
Pain relievers, antihistamines, and cough syrups are common examples.
The phrase distinguishes these from prescription drugs, which require a doctor's authorization: She picked up some over-the-counter medications for her cold.
Often abbreviated OTC.
- aspirinAcetylsalicylic acid tablet
- pain relieverDrug reducing discomfort
- headache reliefEasing cranial pain
- dosage instructionsHow to take medication
- adult doseMedication amount for grown-ups
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Drugs needing medical authorization
over-the-counter medicationsillicit drugs
Unlawful intoxicating substances
illegal drugs · street drugs · banned substances · controlled substances · contraband
over-the-counter medicationschemotherapy drugs
Compounds that kill cancer cells
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