May 21, 2013

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Some Prescription Drugs Could Become Over-The-Counter

Some of the most widely used prescription drugs, including those to treat cholesterol and high blood pressure, could become over the counter.

The FDA says they are considering waiving prescription requirements for a range of drugs for ailments like diabetes, asthma and migraines. Driving the move is a wave of computer technology, including touch-screen kiosks found in pharmacies, designed to help patients self diagnose common diseases.


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