Document Type
Article
Publication Date
2-18-2015
Abstract
The prescription-to-nonprescription switch process is a dynamic movement that has radically expanded the number of medical conditions for which consumers can self-medicate. Recent Rx-to-OTC switches include products for gastroesophageal reflux, overactive bladder in women, weight loss, and allergic conjunctivitis. However, the goal of moving cholesterol-lowering medications to nonprescription status has been elusive, despite vigorous efforts initiated by the manufacturers of these products.
Publication Title
U.S. Pharmacist
Volume
40
Issue
2
First Page
12
Last Page
15
Recommended Citation
Pray, W. Steven and Pray, Gabriel E., "New Statin Risks and the Battle for OTC Status" (2015). Faculty Articles & Research. 2.
https://dc.swosu.edu/cop_ps_articles/2
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