The Pattern of Over-the-Counter Medicines Dispensed in Pakistan
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https://doi.org/10.59058/15661p77Keywords:
Over the counter, Medicine, DispensedAbstract
Over the counter(OTC) drugs is a term used to describe a medication dispensed in pharmacies without proper prescription. Over the
counter medicines have become a cornerstone of selfcarewithmillionsrelying on themfor quick relieffrom common ailments, from headaches and colds to allergies and digestive issues.
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