One-fourth of Americans experience occasional problems sleeping.
Many patients who initially seek relief through the use of nonprescription products will require referral to a physician.
Benzoyl peroxide and salicylic acid are among the OTC products found effective.
The pharmacist should follow the FDA OTC review panel’s determination of which burns may be self-treated.
These medications exist in a pharmaceutical limbo between OTC and prescription.
These skin growths are caused by certain subtypes of papillomavirus.
OTC antihistamines continue to be the standard for relieving bothersome allergy symptoms.
Certain categories of OTC products are problematic for patients with renal or prostate disorders.
Premenstrual pain and cramping can be treated with nonprescription analgesics.
A host of items are available to safely treat conditions such as dry eye, redness, and allergic conjunctivitis.
Labeling for OTC cough and cold medications now states: “Do not use in children under 4 years of age.”
A great many OTC products advise against medically unsupervised use in patients with heart disease or hypertension.
Toothpastes containing potassium nitrate can help ease dental pain caused by hot or cold drinks.
This disorder requires more counseling than other conditions treatable by self-care.
Bleaching agents containing hydrogen peroxide or carbamide peroxide can effectively whiten teeth by several shades.
When a product’s status changes, pharmacist should instruct patients about safe use.
Vulvovaginal candidiasis can be self-treated if properly diagnosed.
This common dermatophytic skin infection is usually caused by
Trichophyton rubrum.
It is important for pharmacists to be able to assess whether an injury
is self-treatable or if a referral is required.
Pharmacists must know which products carry warnings against usage by
individuals with diabetes and be able to counsel patients about which
products are safe.
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