OTC Medications: A Key Health Care Strategy
Over-the-Counter (OTC) medications play an important role in your healthcare. OTC medications have long been figured into the treatment of many medical conditions, but they must be used with respect!
Even though OTC medications do not require a provider’s prescription, they may contain powerful ingredients. Label instructions must be followed, and precautions must be taken. OTC medications can interact with other medications, be contraindicated for other health conditions, or cause an allergic response.
Kits
Symptom Relief Kit (for cold, flu, and COVID-19) – $10 ($22 value)
- Acetaminophen or Ibuprofen for fever, headache, pain
- Guaifenesin DM syrup (cough suppressant & expectorant)
- Digital Thermometer
- Hand Sanitizer
- Saline nasal spray for congestion and moisturizing
- Sore throat relief lozenges
Travel Health Kit – $15 ($25 value)
- Acetaminophen for fever, headache, pain
- Bacitracin antibiotic ointment packets (2)
- Band-aids (assorted sizes)
- Digital thermometer
- Hand sanitizer
- Hydrocortisone 1% cream for itching
- Loperamide (Imodium)
- Meclizine (Bonine)
- Oral rehydration salts (2)
Cough, Cold, and Allergy Medications
Antihistamines
| Medication | Quantity | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Diphenhydramine 25mg tab (Benadryl) | 100 | $4.00 |
| Cetirizine 10mg tab (Zyrtec) | 30 | $4.00 |
| Loratadine 10mg tab (Claritin) | 30 | $4.00 |
| Ketotifen 0.035% allergy eye drops | NA | $7.00 |
Decongestants
| Medication | Quantity | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Oxymetazoline o.05% nasal spray (Afrin) | NA | $4.00 |
Cough Suppressants
| Medication | Quantity | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Dextromethorphan syrup (Delsym) | 3oz | $6.00 |
| Guaifenesin DM syrup (Robitussin DM) | 4oz | $4.00 |
Sore Throat
| Medication | Quantity | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Sore throat lozenges | 18 | $4.00 |
| Sore throat spray | 6oz | $4.00 |
Pain and/or Fever
| Medication | Quantity | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Acetaminophen 325mg tab (Tylenol) | 100 | $4.00 |
| Ibuprofen 200mg tab (Advil, Motrin) | 100 | $4.00 |
| Naproxen 220mg tab (Aleve) | 50 | $4.00 |
Miscellaneous
| Medication | Quantity | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Saline nasal spray | NA | $4.00 |
| Guaifenesin ER 600mg tab (Mucinex) | 20 | $9.00 |
| Cough drops | NA | $3.00 |
| Thermometer | NA | $4.00 |
Symptom Relief Kit (for cold, flu, and COVID-19) $10 ($22 value)
- Acetaminophen or Ibuprofen for fever, headache, pain
- Guaifenesin DM syrup (cough suppressant & expectorant)
- Digital Thermometer
- Hand Sanitizer
- Saline nasal spray for congestion and moisturizing
- Sore throat relief lozenges
Skin Products
Itching and Skin Irritation
| Medication | Quantity | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Hydrocortisone 1% cream | 30g | $4.00 |
| Hydrocortisone 1% ointment | 30g | $4.00 |
| Astringent Solution (Domeboro) | 1 pack | $1.00 |
Antifungals
| Medication | Quantity | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Terbinafine (Lamisil) | 15g | $5.00 |
| Miconazole cream | 30g | $4.00 |
| Clotrimazole vaginal cream 7-day | NA | $4.00 |
| Miconazole 3-day combo (suppository & topical) | NA | $8.00 |
Dryness
| Medication | Quantity | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Skin Protectant, petrolatum 41% (Aquaphor) | 3oz | $5.00 |
| Moisturizing cream (Eucerin) | 3.75oz | $4.00 |
| Vaseline Lip Therapy | 0.35oz | $2.00 |
| Vaseline | 1.75oz | $3.00 |
Miscellaneous Skin Products
| Medication | Quantity | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Bacitracin antibiotic ointment packets | 6 | $1.00 |
| Band-aids | 10 | $1.00 |
Vitamins
| Medication | Quantity | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Calcium 600mg with 200 IU of Vitamin D3 | 150 | $4.00 |
| Ferrous Sulfate 325mg | 100 | $4.00 |
| Vitamin D3 25mcg | 100 | $4.00 |
| Multivitamin | 130 | $4.00 |
Fentanyl Test Strips – NEW
| Medication | Quantity | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Test Strips | 2 (per day) | FREE |
Gastrointestinal (GI) Products
Indigestion, Heartburn, Acid Reflux
| Medication | Quantity | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Omeprazole 20mg capsule (Prilosec) | 30 | $10.00 |
| Famotidine 20mg tablet (Pepcid) | 25 | $4.00 |
| Calcium Carbonate 500mg tablet (Tums) | 150 | $4.00 |
Constipation
| Medication | Quantity | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| PEG powder (Miralax) | 14 doses/8oz | $6.00 |
GI Miscellaneous
| Medication | Quantity | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Loperamide (Imodium) for diarrhea | 12 | $4.00 |
| Meclizine (Bonine) for motion sickness | 8 | $4.00 |
| Probiotic (Florajen) | 30 | $14.00 |
Contraceptives
| Medication | Quantity | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Emergency Contraceptive (Plan B) | 1 | $15.00 |
| Latex Condoms | 3 | $2.00 |
| Non-Latex Condoms | 3 | $3.00 |
| *NEW* Norgestrel 0.075mg tab (Opill) | 28 | $20.00 |
Nicotine Replacement Products
Available by special order only; 1-2 day delivery
| Medication | Quantity | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Patches: 7mg; 14mg; 21mg | 14 | $20.00 |
| Gum: 2mg; 4mg | 110 | $20.00 |
Diagnostic
| Medication | Quantity | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Pregnancy Test | 2 | $5.00 |
| COVID-19 Test | 2 | $15.00 |
Miscellaneous
| Medication | Quantity | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Artificial tears | NA | $4.00 |
| Elastic Bandage (ACE) 2, 3, 4, or 6 in x 5 yd | NA | $1.00 |
| Hand Sanitizer | 2oz | $1.50 |
| Insect repellent lotion 34% DEET | 2oz | $5.00 |
| Insect repellent spray 30% DEET | 1.25oz | $5.00 |
| Oral rehydration salts | One packet | $1.50 |
| Phenazopyridine (AZO) 99.5mg | 12 | $4.00 |
| Pill cutter | NA | $3.00 |
| Sharps collector 1.4L | NA | $4.00 |