Tips for Over The Counter Medicines | Pyxus Pharmaceuticals

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What are OTCs (Over-the-counter treatments)? Tips
for using OTCs. Essential OTCs that you must have
Over-the-counter medicines (OTCs) have earned
phenomenal revenues for pharmaceutical medicines
manufacturers worldwide. OTCs are among the
highest-selling drugs globally and will be found
at almost every pharmacy store, gas station, and
supermarket. In this blog, we will walk you
through what over-the-counter medicines are, tips
for using them, and the essential OTCs you must
have.
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What are over-the-counter medicines (OTCs)?
OTCs are a non-prescription medicine you can buy
at any pharmacy store, supermarket, or gas
station without a prescription. E.g, Crocin,
Combiflame, Metacin, D-Cold, Iodex, and
Moov. OTCs are generally safe when consumed
correctly. You can read the leaflet to ensure it
is safe for you or speak with a medical
professional if you have any questions about
over-the-counter medicines. OTCs are
manufactured with active inactive ingredients
composition. Active Ingredients (APIs) are the
primary ingredients that execute the main
functions of a drug. Due to this, you may find
numerous medications with the same APIs that you
can choose from for each symptom you
have. Please ensure you consume OTCs within a
limit and will not overdose. On the other hand,
some inactive ingredients contain cold caffeine
in cold medication, which makes the drug more
efficient.
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Common Applications of OTCs

• OTCs have several applications to cure numerous
  symptoms. However, the following are the common
  applications of over-the-counter medicines
  (OTCs)
• Cold Flu Symptoms
• Coughs Sore Throats
• Fever, Hay Fever, and Seasonal Allergies
• Aches Pains
• Digestive Problems

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Tips for using over-the-counter Medicines (OTCs)
effectively
The foremost thing you must do before consuming
OTCs is following the instructions carefully and
pay attention to the warnings provided on the
packaging. The reason is that OTCs are easy to
obtain and look similar in packaging. Due to
this, patients (customers) ignore the
instructions warnings. You must be aware of
the medicines you are going to consume, their
side effects, and their dosage. As mentioned
above in the blog, there are several OTCs with
the same APIs, and you can choose the best
medication that will suit you and cure the
symptoms. Another thing you must consider is
choosing the medication with the least amount of
heavy ingredients listed in it.
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• And the next thing you must check is the expiry
  date of OTCs. The medicines become less effective
  over time, and it is vital to pay attention to
  the expiry date to ensure you are consuming the
  OTCs that fall within the expiry date and are
  effective.
• Apart from the above three points, you must speak
  to a healthcare provider or medical professional
  if you fall into any of the following categories
• If you are on prescribed medication
• If you have a chronic or long-term medical
  condition
• If you are pregnant
• If you are not sure about the symptoms
• If your symptoms worsen/not improving with
  medication

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Essential Over-the-treatment (OTCs) that you must
have
Some symptoms medical conditions are common and
often happen with weather changes. Hence, it is
necessary to have medications for them in stock
in your medical cabinet. You must know which OTCs
to get and what advice OTCs your local pharmacy
can offer you. As qualified healthcare
professionals, they will provide you with
essential clinical advice and will help you get
further assistance if you need it.
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• The followings are the medicines that you must
  keep handy and a brief description of what they
  are used for
• Antacid indigestion treatments for constipation
  diarrhea
• Sunblock after spending time in the sun
• Basic First Aid items
• Cold, Seasonal Flu, and Hay Fever Treatments
• Painkillers for aches and body pain
• Over-the-counter antibiotics for infections and
  treating bacteria.
• Note Please consult/speak to a qualified
  healthcare professional before purchasing any. If
  you have children, store these OTCs in a secure
  place.

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What if OTCs dont work?

• You will get guidance printed on the medication
  packaging or a leaflet stating how long your
  symptoms will last. If they dont cure or worsen,
  please consult your pharmacist immediately for
  further course of action or follow the below
  options
• Visit your family doctor or nearest physician
  clinic or hospital
• Call your city ambulance, if symptoms are
  worsening rapidly

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Commonly abused Over-the-counter medicines (OTCs)
Unfortunately, the ease of buying storing OTC
drugs means its easier to abuse OTCs than
prescription drugs. Legal medicines are among the
most abused OTC drugs. One of the most common
reasons for OTC drug abuse is their addictive
qualities, either due to their addictive
ingredients or their ability to manage chronic
ailments using painkillers or sleeping
pills. Medications are prone to become addictive
when taken in higher quantities than the
prescribed dosage or continue consuming them even
after the cure of symptoms. Please refer to the
leaflet or guidance on packaging to check if
these effects are likely.
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The following are the uses of commonly abused OTC
drugs

• Chronic or mild pain
• Anxiety or panic attacks
• Insomnia or other sleeping problems

The following are the scenarios when one becomes
addicted to a medication

• Consuming the drug even though its not required
• Consuming the drug thinking more dosage is needed
  for the same effect
• If you are feeling that you are becoming addicted
  to your prescribed medication or OTCs, please
  inform immediately to a healthcare professional
  or contact the nearest hospital.

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Conclusion
After reading the blog, you will have excellent
clarity about what OTCs are, tips, essential
OTCs, and commonly abused OTCs. OTC drugs vary
from prescribed medications, and you can get them
from the nearest pharmacy store without
professional medical authorization. OTCs are
safe to use and very handy if you follow the
instructions and pay attention to the details on
the packaging and leaflet. However, if you have
questions regarding OTCs consumption, contact us,
and our medical professional will contact
you. Pyxus Pharmaceuticals is one of the top
Pharmaceuticals Manufacturers in India. If you
want a quotation for our OTCs, contact us at
91-9824728969 or email at ahemad_at_pyxuspharmaceuti
cals.com. Check out our pharma medicines in our
product section.
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