An over-the-counter drug is a medicine sold directly to a consumer without requiring a prescription from a healthcare professional, distinguishing it from prescription medicines that need physician authorization. Regulatory agencies in most countries review these non-prescription medicines to confirm their ingredients and dosage are considered safe and effective for use without direct medical supervision.
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Over-the-counter drug (Wikipedia)
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Over-the-counter (OTC) drugs are medicines sold directly to a consumer without a requirement for a prescription from a healthcare professional, as opposed to prescription drugs, which may be supplied only to consumers possessing a valid prescription.
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