Over the Counter (O-T-C) PRODUCTS

Over-the-Counter (OTC) drug products are those drugs that are available to consumers without a prescription. There are more than 80 classes (therapeutic categories) of OTC drugs, ranging from acne drug products to weight control drug products. OTC drugs play an increasingly vital role in America's health care system by providing easy access to certain drugs that can be used safely without the help of a health care practitioner. This enables consumers to take control of their own health care in many situations.