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The 11 pages that link to Over-the-counter drug, each with the reason it gives.

• Generic drugCompared with: Prescription status is separate from whether a medicine is generic or branded.

• Controlled substanceCompared with: Most over-the-counter medicines are not subject to the same controls as scheduled drugs.

• Cosmetics regulationCompared with: Some products, such as sunscreens in the United States, are regulated as over-the-counter drugs.

• Prescription drugCompared with: It contrasts with medicines whose dispensing requires professional authorization.

• DextromethorphanNarrower topic: Dextromethorphan is sold without prescription in many countries.

• Topical anestheticRelated: Some topical anesthetics are sold over the counter, but availability and permitted uses vary.

• CimetidineRelated: Cimetidine became available without prescription in some countries and formulations.

• LoratadineNarrower topic: Loratadine is widely available over the counter in many countries.

• MedicationCompared with: It contrasts with prescription medicines in access and oversight.

• MedicineCompared with: Its availability contrasts with medicines requiring clinician authorization.

• PseudoephedrineNarrower topic: Pseudoephedrine is sold without prescription in many places, often with purchase restrictions.