Common OTC painkillers like ibuprofen may increase heart attack and stroke risk. Learn which medications pose the greatest ...

"OTC stands for 'over the counter,'" says Dr. Mandy Leonard, senior director of pharmacy clinical services at Cleveland Clinic. It's a term that dates back to a time when medicines were literally sold ...

Discover the best OTC sinus meds recommended by doctors to relieve congestion, pressure, and pain, so you can finally breathe ...

Health experts, like Aspirus Pharmacy Resident Kenneth Yuk, say there are some things you should keep in mind when using ...

A commonly-used over-the-counter medication that can provide allergy and cold relief or serve as sleep aids may increase a person’s risk of dementia. Antihistamines work to block the chemical ...

Dr. Portenoy answers the question: 'Over-The-Counter Pain Relievers Harmful?' — -- Question: Can Over-The-Counter Pain Relievers Be Harmful, And Are They Safer Than Other Drugs (Narcotics)?

Over-the-counter medicine may seem harmless because a prescription from a doctor isn't needed to get it. But over-the-counter drugs are still medicine, and it's always important to check with a doctor ...

When it comes to managing everyday aches and pains, the pharmacy aisle can feel like a maze of choices. From headaches and muscle soreness to arthritis and back pain, Lewis pharmacists are here to ...

Regulators scrutinized the over-the-counter drugs in light of abuse by teens. Sept. 14, 2010— -- Doctors, schools and law enforcement have been concerned about young people abusing the active ...

Most hospitals already offer naloxone to anyone treated for an opioid overdose, but two hospitals are investigating whether ...

While ivermectin can legally be sold as an over-the-counter drug beginning on Aug. 5, whether it will actually be available any time soon is a different matter. Early next month, a new state law will ...