This Video is about OTC(Over-the-counter)medicines.OTC drugs are also known by non-prescription drugs.OTC Rx medicines which are easily available to the consumer without a prescription of a healthcare professional,these are also known by non-prescription drugs or medicines.This category also falls in self medication, over-the-counter drugs have to be used primarily to treat a condition that does not require the direct supervision of a doctor and must be proven to be reasonably safe and well tolerated.#OTC drugs are usually also required to have little or no abuse potential,Self-medication also has advantages for healthcare systems as it facilitates better use of clinical skills of pharmacists, increases access to medication and may contribute to reducing prescribed drug costs associated with publicly funded health programmes. However, increasing availability of non-prescription medicines may encourage patients to believe that there is a drug treatment for every ailment. Furthermore, the use of such products may delay/mask the diagnosis of serious illness, with increased risks of interactions and adverse reactions and of self-treatment being undertaken when medical aid should have been sought.There is also the potential for misuse and abuse of such products.The FDA Center for Drug Evaluation and Research (CDER) regulates both OTC and prescription medications. These medications are defined by the Federal Food Drug and Cosmetic Act as “articles intended for use in the diagnosis, cure, mitigation, treatment, or prevention of disease” (FD&C Act, sec. 201(g)(1); Food and Drug Administration, 2013). OTC drugs are distinguished from prescription drugs only in that they are defined as safe and effective for use by the general public without a physician’s prescription. Please keep in touch with Phamavibes for more information and awareness.PharmaVibes is trying to discuss and makes informative videos and contents regarding medical,health,pharmaceutical and general related topics and issues.Thanks to all...
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