Healthy Skepticism Library item: 9423

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Publication type: Journal Article

Friedman RB, Baum KL, Gable CB.
Rx to OTC conversions: role of epidemiology
Drug Information Journal 1992; 26:(2):149-154

Abstract:

A discussion is presented of the history of prescription to over-the-counter (OTC) switches, the perspectives of consumers, manufacturers, physicians, pharmacists, and the Food and Drug Administration toward these switches, and the role of epidemiology.