2006-12-11 06:49:59 · 4 answers · asked by theres_never_a_plan 2 in Health ➔ Alternative Medicine
I think that just because you don't need a prescription people seem to think they're harmless when in fact they can really mess you up. Using too much Tylenol, for instance, can damage your liver and bowels.
People need to avoid using any kind of drug liberally. If not for the immediate side effects, for the long term ones that are never related to drug use. (i.e. cancer, diabetes, arteriosclerosis, arthritis and cardiovascular disease)
2006-12-11 07:01:09 · answer #1 · answered by stressfree_fitdad 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
OTC does not mean SAFE. People should use common sense and follow the instructions and warnings written on the OTC drug package. Consult your doctor if you are taking any other medications.
Some OTC so-called medicine are not FDA approved. For example there are lots of diet pills that claim to be effective but no proof can be verified.
2006-12-11 15:01:55 · answer #2 · answered by thesisbug 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well of course they are drugs. The only difference between OTC medications and the prescription medications is that the legal and medical regulatory bodies determine which drug goes where. OTC are usually less potent than the prescription drugs and if directions are followed, less harmful. Drugs that can be abused are kept under the control of hte pharmacist. Drugs that are narcotics are kept under lock and key, and must be ordered by a physician with certain paperwork.
ANYTHING you ingest into your body can act as a drug with either postive or negative results.
2006-12-11 14:55:53 · answer #3 · answered by Tempest88 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
NO
2014-11-12 14:56:03 · answer #4 · answered by EDDIE H 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋