Over-the-Counter Medicines

As fall approaches each year, it signals the time for changes in the weather, holidays with family—and coughing, sneezing, sore throats, and headaches. When these symptoms hit, how do you know if y...

Echinacea is a flowering plant that grows in the U.S. and Canada. It is also called coneflower. It is a member of the daisy family of plants. Echinacea has been a popular herbal remedy for centurie...

The flu, or influenza, is a viral infection. It occurs in your respiratory (breathing) area and affects your throat, lungs, and nose. There are a lot of myths surrounding the flu. A myth is somethi...

Diarrhea is when you have frequent, watery bowel movements – three or more loose stools in a day. Many things can cause it, including: This is a common condition that most of the time does not requ...

Constipation is a common condition that makes it difficult to have a bowel movement. It can be caused by: Constipation can usually be treated with medicines called laxatives. Many laxatives are ava...

Over-the-counter (OTC) medicines are drugs you can buy without a doctor’s prescription. There are 3 types of OTC medicines that treat heartburn and acid reflux. Path to improved health To find out ...

Many newborn babies have skin conditions. Some are born with birthmarks. Some get rashes in their first few months of life. Most bumps and spots on a baby’s skin are harmless and usually clear up o...

Over-the-counter (OTC) medicines are medicines you can buy without a prescription from your doctor. Medicines that treat nausea and vomiting are called antiemetics. Several OTC medicines are used a...

What are OTC decongestants? Decongestants are medicines that help relieve a congested (stuffy) nose. The congestion can be caused by a cold virus or by the flu, sinusitis, or allergies. Most decong...