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Survey Suggests Majority of Patients Seek Pharmacist Advice About OTC Medications
When selecting over-the-counter (OTC) medications, 82% of pharmacy customers base their decision on a pharmacist’s recommendation, according to a survey (PDF) of over 1,000 pharmacists conducted by the American Pharmacists Association (APhA). Survey results, presented in the Pharmacy Today Over-the-Counter Supplement, also indicate which products, among 76 categories presented to pharmacists, are most often recommended. An APhA news release indicates that 90% of patients seek help identifying the most appropriate product and 80% seek counsel regarding using an OTC product with their prescription medications.
