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Over-the-counter drugs should be treated with the same respect as prescription drugs. They can help, but they can also cause harm.

Before you take an over-the-counter drug:

  • Check to be sure there is no negative interaction with any other drug you are taking.
  • Learn about the drug so you can use it and store it correctly.

Over-the-counter drugs are generally not covered by health insurance.

NOTE: Pharmaceutical chains have many rebate programs on many types of products including over-the-counter drugs. You can usually sign up on a pharmacy's web site. For instance, see:

CVS: www.cvs.com offsite link

Rite-Aid: www.RiteAid.com offsite link

Walgreens: www.Walgreens.com offsite link

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