Browsing: OTC

Taking a drug incorrectly can lead to preventable harm. But the FDA and other stakeholders aim to minimize that through…

Common over-the-counter (OTC) painkillers such as Advil (ibuprofen) and Aleve (naproxen) should only be available with a prescription due to…

Drug store shelves are filled with an overwhelming number of remedies to treat the cold or flu. But which ones…

When are OTC drugs more effective than prescription drugs? When is doing nothing better than taking a medicine? Prescription drugs…

Taking a prescription opioid or a common over-the-counter analgesic are equally effective at controlling pain after a serious accident, though…

Consumers should beware of products claiming that they can prevent the spread of the Zika virus amid growing concerns of…

Despite warning labels, the FDA is receiving reports about bleeding associated with over-the-counter (OTC) antacids that contain aspirin.The medications, which…

Taking the over-the-counter analgesic Tylenol may do more than just relieve your pain. It may also make you less likely…

Singulair (montelukast) was a blockbuster drug for its manufacturer, Merck. Until last year — when it wasn’t. Its patent exprired,…