Answer is C. are generally safe but can cause reactions in certain patients
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Over-the-counter birth control methods are used during sex to avoid pregnancy and sometimes to prevent sexually transmitted infections (STIs). Over-the-counter means that they can be purchased by anyone, without a doctor's prescription.
For more information about birth control options, see:
Alternative NamesBirth control - over the counter; Contraceptives - over the counter
InformationOver-the-counter birth control methods are not as effective against pregnancy as some prescription methods. However, they are more effective against STIs than any other method except not having intercourse (abstinence). They enable people to protect themselves against pregnancies and STIs without having to:
CONDOMS
SPERMICIDES
VAGINAL SPONGE
Risks include irritation, allergic reaction, trouble removing the sponge. In rare cases, toxic shock syndrome may occur.
EMERGENCY ("MORNING AFTER") BIRTH CONTROL
Amy JJ, Tripathi V. Contraception for women: an evidence based overview. BMJ. 2009 Aug 7;339.
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Prenatal vitamins are available over the counter and by prescription.
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There is no over-the-counter drug to cure heartworms.
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No, the term 'over the counter' is a compound adjectiveor a compound adverb.
The adjective 'over the counter' is used to describe a noun.
Example: My insurance doesn't cover over the countermedicines.
The adverb 'over the counter' is used to modify a verb, an adjective, or another adverb.
Example: It can be purchased over the counterwithout a prescription.
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No. There is no over-the-counter HPV treatment for either men or women.
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Over-the-counter all you are going to get is diphenhydramine or melatonin.
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Medications to have at home
InformationFor common minor symptoms and illnesses, you can buy over-the-counter medicines at a store without a prescription from your health care provider.
Important tips for using over-the-counter medications:
Women should consult their doctor before taking over-the-counter medicines while pregnant or breastfeeding.
Any drug or medicine may have a different effect in children and older adults. People who are in these age groups should take special care when taking over-the-counter medicines.
Below are some examples of over-the-counter medicines for common symptoms. This list does not include every medicine. It also does not mean that some of the brands listed are better than others. Many of these medicines have less expensive store brands.
Always call your health care provider first if:
ACHES, PAINS, AND HEADACHES
Over-the-counter pain relievers can help with your headache, arthritis pain, sprains, and other minor joint and muscle problems.
Both NSAIDs and acetaminophen can cause serious side effects when taken in high doses or for a long time. If you are taking pain relievers several days a week, tell your doctor. You may need to be watched for side effects.
People who need to take pain medications for headaches 3 or more days a week may get rebound headaches. See: Headache for more information about headaches and when to call your doctor.
FEVER
Acetaminophen (Tylenol) and ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin) help reduce fever in children and adults.
Aspirin works very well for treating fever in adults. DO NOT give aspirin to a child unless your child's doctor tells you to give it.
See: Fever to learn how to treat a fever and when to call the doctor.
COLD, SORE THROAT, COUGH
Over-the-counter cold remedies may help ease your symptoms. They won't shorten the length of a cold, but they can help you feel better.
NOTE: Medical experts do not recommend using cough and cold drugs in children under age 6. Talk to your doctor before your child takes any type of over-the-counter cold medicine, even if it is labeled for children. These medicines likely will not work in children, and they may have serious side effects.
Cough medicines include:
Decongestant pills and liquids help clear a runny nose and relieve postnasal drip:
Nasal spray decongestants may also help with a runny nose:
Starting to take zinc supplements within 24 hours after cold symptoms begin may shorten the duration of cold symptoms and make the symptoms less severe.
Sore throat may be treated with:
ALLERGIES
Antihistamine pills and liquids work well for treating allergy symptoms.
You can also try:
DIARRHEA
Be careful when taking over-the-counter antidiarrheal medicines such as loperamide (Imodium). Talk to your doctor first. These drugs can worsen diarrhea that is caused by infections.
Medicines that contain bismuth (Kaopectate, Pepto-Bismol) may be taken for mild diarrhea. Rehydration fluids you can buy at a drugstore (Enfalyte or Pedialyte) may be used for moderate and severe diarrhea.
NAUSEA AND VOMITING
Emetrol and Pepto-Bismol may relieve mild nausea and vomiting. Rehydration fluids you can buy at a drugstore (Enfalyte or Pedialyte) may help replace fluids. See: Nausea and vomiting for more information and when to call the doctor.
You can help motion sickness with dimenhydrinate (Dramamine) or meclizine (Bonine, Antivert, Postafen, and Sea Legs).
SKIN RASHES AND ITCHING
Antihistamines taken by mouth may help with itching or if you have allergies. Often you can buy them without a prescription.
Hydrocortisone cream (Cortaid, Cortizone 10) may work for mild rashes. See: Rashes
Diaper rashes caused by yeast may be treated with topical antifungal skin creams and ointments, such as nystatin, miconazole, clotrimazole, and ketaconazole.
ReferencesSingh M, Das RR. Zinc for the common cold. Cochrane Database Syst Rev. 2011 Feb 16;2:CD001364.
Simasek M, Blandino DA. Treatment of the common cold. Am Fam Physician. Feb 2007;75(4):515-520.
Semrad CE, Powell DW. Approach to the patient with diarrhea and malabsorption. In: Goldman L, Ausiello D, eds. Cecil Medicine. 23rd ed. Philadelphia, Pa: Saunders Elsevier; 2007:chap 143.
Boes CJ, Capobianco DJ, Cutrer FM, et al. Headache and other craniofacial pain. In: Bradley WG, Daroff RB, Fenichel GM, Jankovic J, eds. Neurology in Clinical Practice. 5th ed. Philadelphia, Pa: Butterworth-Heinemann; 2008:chap 73.
Atopic dermatitis. In: Habif TP, ed. Clinical Dermatology. 5th ed. Philadelphia, Pa: Mosby Elsevier; 2009:chap 5.
Reviewed ByReview Date: 03/26/2011
David C. Dugdale, III, MD, Professor of Medicine, Division of General Medicine, Department of Medicine, University of Washington School of Medicine. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director, A.D.A.M., Inc.
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There are no over-the-counter treatments for syphilis. You treat syphilis with a penicillin injection.
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And over-the-counter drug that will lengthen bleeding time is aspirin.
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Insulin is not available over the counter and requires a prescription from a healthcare provider.
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No, the term 'over the counter' is not a noun at all.
The term 'over the counter' is a compound adjective, a word used to describe a noun.
The adjective 'over the counter' is used to describe medicine that can be purchased without a prescription or stocks not transacted through an organized securities exchange.
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No, antibiotics are not available over the counter in pharmacies. They require a prescription from a healthcare provider.
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No, antibiotics require a prescription from a doctor and cannot be bought over the counter at this pharmacy.
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Over the counter water pills, just like all other over the counter pills can be dangerous. You should always talk you your doctor before starting any medications.
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