Pharmacy - OTC Drugs Categories

  1. Analgesics
    Pain Relief (Aspirin, Ibuprofen, Acetaminophen)
  2. External Analgesics
    • Topical Pain Relief (Methyl Salicylate, Trolamine Salicylate, Capsaicin,
    • Pramoxine)
  3. Antacids
    Relief of Gastrointestinal Discomfort (TUMS, Mylanta, Maalox)
  4. Antiflatulents
    Relief of Gas (Beano, Gas-X)
  5. Laxatives
    Relief of Constipation Metamucil, Citrucel, Dulcolax
  6. Antidiarrheals
    Relief of Diarrhea (Imodium, Pepto-Bismol, Kaopectate)
  7. Antitussives
    Cough Suppression (Dextromethorphan - Found In Many Cough Products)
  8. Expectorant
    Clearing of Respiratory Phlegm (Guaifenesin)
  9. Decongestants
    Loosening of Congestion (Oxymetazoline, Phenylephrine)
  10. Antihistamines
    Drying of Secretions (Diphenhydramine, Cetirizine, Loratadine)
  11. Eye Care
    Relief of Stinging, Itching, Dryness, and/or Redness (Visine, Ketotifen)
  12. Antibiotic Creams
    Treatment or Prevention of Infection (Neomycin, Polymyxin)
  13. Pediculicides
    Treatment of Lice (Permethrin)
  14. Antifungals
    Treatment of Fungal Infections (Clotrimazole, Miconazole, Terbinafine, Butenafine)
  15. Sunburn and Burn Care
    Relief of Burning Pain (Lidocaine)
  16. Antinauseants
    Relief of Nausea or Motion Sickness (Meclizine, Dimenhydrinate)
  17. Sleep Aids
    Sleep Promotion (Diphenhydramine)
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Pharmacy - OTC Drugs Categories
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Pharmacy - OTC Drugs Categories
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