title: Rx-to-OTC switches: from prescription to self-care.
abstract: One often hears, "The only thing certain is change." Change, whatever its nature, is fraught with uncertainty. Product switches from prescription to nonprescription status are no exception. These transitions pose immediate challenges to consumers and to the health care professional, who may be poorly prepared to confront them. However, the benefits are tangible and profound. On the whole, the benefits far outweigh the drawbacks; FDA should be recognized for facilitating this process.
authors.affiliation: School of Pharmacy, Duquesne University, Pittsburgh, Pa., USA.
authors.forename: G
authors.initials: G
authors.lastname: Newton
authors.forename: N G
authors.initials: NG
authors.lastname: Popovich
authors.forename: W S
authors.initials: WS
authors.lastname: Pray
mesh_terms: D006801:Humans; D004366:Nonprescription Drugs; D010353:Patient Education as Topic; D010595:Pharmacists; D012651:Self Medication
chemical_list: D004366:Nonprescription Drugs