Whether you're fighting a cold, trying to quit smoking, dealing with dry skin or acid indigestion, your first stop is often your local drug store. We bring medicines and healthcare products to millions of people—
over-the-counter, without a prescription.
Abreva is the only over-the-counter cold sore medicine approved by the US Food and Drug Administration to shorten the healing time and the duration of symptoms. Consumers now have convenient access to a product that goes beyond soothing to actually heal cold sores.
alli is the only FDA-approved weight loss product available without a prescription. Approved for use by overweight adults in conjunction with a reduced-calorie, low-fat diet, alli helps people lose 50 percent more weight than diet alone. It is the first clinically proven pill to be combined with a comprehensive support program including an individually tailored online action plan that provides support and additional tools to lose weight. alli will be available in stores in Summer 2007.
Aquafresh is one of the world's largest and fastest growing toothpaste and toothbrush brands. The Aquafresh manual toothbrushes not only clean teeth, they are also gentle on gums because of their flexible necks. The Aquafresh range also includes whitening, sensitive, tartar control, and children's toothpaste.
BC has the right pain reliever for you. Because BC is a powder it gets in your bloodstream fast and goes to work fast to speed relief to where you need it most.
Beano is a dietary supplement that helps prevent gas. Beano contains a food enzyme from a natural source that works with your body's digestion to break down the complex sugars in gassy foods making them more digestible. Beano is not a drug. It is the only natural product available that can help prevent gas.
Biotene is the number one dentist and hygienist recommended dry mouth brand. The Biotene product line effectively relieves dry mouth and provides enzymes that supplement saliva's natural defenses and offers a complete system of products designed specifically for the dry mouth sufferer, including mouthwash, toothpaste, gum, spray, liquid, and gel.
The Breathe Right brand includes Nasal Strips and Snore Relief products.
Breathe Right nasal strips open nasal passages to relieve nasal congestion due to colds and allergies. Nasal strips let you breathe through your nose so you can close your mouth and stop snoring.
The Breathe Right Snore Relief products provide relief for the throat by lubricating throat tissues to minimize vibrations and control the snoring sound.
Helps prevent and temporarily protects chafed, chapped, cracked, or windburned lips.
Chap-et medicated lip balm is specially formulated to relieve the pain and itching associated with fever blisters and cold sores.
Citrucel is a therapeutic bulk fiber laxative available only in the US. Available in regular and sugar-free formulas, this product helps restore and maintain regularity. It is also useful in the treatment of constipation associated with other bowel disorders when recommended by a physician. Citrucel is made from methylcellulose, a fiber that does not ferment in the system and therefore produces less gas than some other treatments.
Commit is the first and only
FDA-approved smoking cessation treatment in the form of a
fast-acting nicotine lozenge. Commit helps control cravings by rapidly delivering medicine to help relieve even your worst symptoms. The medicine is absorbed directly through the lining in the mouth, and continues working after the lozenge is gone.
GSK Consumer Healthcare's leading respiratory tract brand, Contac is a comprehensive line of adult cold and flu remedies effective for relief day and night
With Debrox, ears can stay clear of built-up earwax, dirt, and debris. Debrox is safe, gentle, non-irritating, and features an active ingredient clinically proven to be effective. More doctors recommend Debrox than all other earwax removal products combined.
Ecotrin is 100% aspirin in a safety coating that protects the stomach from upset and irritation caused by ordinary aspirins. It is the ideal aspirin therapy for the prevention of heart attacks and strokes and/or the prevention of arthritis pain.
Feosol iron supplement has been the brand physicians have recommended most since 1990. Feosol helps prevent and treat iron deficiency and iron deficiency anemia. Feosol has two different formulations of iron supplement products: Feosol carbonyl iron caplets and Feosol ferrous sulfate tablets.
FiberChoice fiber supplement contains 100% soluble natural fiber. FiberChoice products promote regularity and good digestive health. Each two tablet dose contains 4 grams of fiber.
Gaviscon is an antacid that helps relieve heartburn due to acid reflux. Gaviscon forms a unique floating barrier in the stomach which helps neutralize acid and provide long lasting relief of heartburn caused by episodes of acid reflux. Gaviscon is marketed by GSK in the US, Canada, and Puerto Rico.
A leading multivitamin designed to meet all your daily requirements, including vitamins A, C, and E in 100% pure anti-oxidant form. Geritol is also a source of extra iron.
For temporary (problem) use,
Gly-Oxide cleanses canker sores and minor wounds or gum inflammation resulting from minor dental procedures, dentures, orthodontic appliances, accidental injury, or other irritations of the mouth and gums. Gly-Oxide can also be used to guard against the risk of infections in the mouth and gums.
For temporary relief of minor aches and pain due to headaches, arthritis, colds, and fever. Goody's is also available in PM formula for pain with sleeplessness and body pain formula for minor body aches and pains.
Hinds is a rich lotion that rejuvenates rough, chapped hands and moisturizes dry skin.
Massengill is specially designed for a woman's body. The nozzle has been thoroughly researched and tested for the comfort and cleansing of a woman's intimate area. Massengill is formulated to match the pH range of healthy women.
A nicotine patch that helps a smoker quit by replacing the nicotine supplied by cigarettes with a lower, steadier level of nicotine to relieve nicotine withdrawal symptoms.
Nicorette is an effective nicotine replacement therapy in a convenient oral dosage form. Nicorette can be used by smokers two ways to control cravings: on a regular schedule to prevent cravings, or during unexpected cravings. Nicorette gum is now available in three flavors—original, mint, and orange.
Nytol is a nighttime sleep aid provided as fast dissolving Nytol Quick Caps which are available in packages of 16, 32, and 72 caplets. For the convenience of a liquid gel in a maximum strength dose, choose Nytol Quick Gels in packages of 8 softgels.
Oasis moisturizing mouthwash and mouth spray for dry mouth helps moisturize your mouth, locks in moisture, and helps protect from dryness.
A trusted brand of calcium supplements for over 50 years in the US, Os-Cal remains the most concentrated form of calcium available. No other brand of calcium has superior absorption to Os-Cal, which is absorbed as readily as the calcium in milk.
Phazyme provides fast
multi-symptom gas relief that goes to work in minutes. Ultra Strength Phazyme softgels contain the highest dose of the #1 physician and pharmacist recommended ingredient for the treatment of bloating—symptoms commonly referred to as gas.
Polident denture cleanser cleans between denture material to remove food particles brushing can miss and kills germs that can cause denture odor.
Sensodyne relieves the pain of sensitive teeth, and used daily it helps prevent pain from returning and protects like a regular toothpaste.
Sominex contains diphenhydramine, which turns off the body's "awake system" and helps a person relax and fall asleep. It will provide approximately six to eight hours of restful sleep.
For relief of minor aches and pain due to headaches, body aches, arthritis, and cold and fever.
Super Poligrip denture fixative cream provides unbeatable all day hold for a feeling of confidence and control.
Holds and cushions dentures securely and comfortably.
Tagamet, which contains cimetidine, has been used for over 20 years to treat peptic
acid-related disorders including ulcer disorders including ulcer disease and dyspepsia. Tagamet was switched to an
over-the-counter form as Tagamet HB 200 indicated for use in prevention and relief of heartburn, acid indigestion, and sour stomach. In 1999, Tagamet HB 200 Liquid was introduced as the first liquid over-the-counter H2 blocker.
Targon is a unique mouthwash specially formulated to help rid your teeth of tobacco tar, leaving teeth whiter, breath fresher, and your whole mouth feeling and tasting minty clean.
TUMS is our largest gastrointestinal brand. For 75 years TUMS has been a trusted remedy for safely and effectively treating heartburn and acid indigestion. It is also a pure and natural source of calcium and the number one doctor-recommended antacid and calcium supplement.
Vivaran is an over-the-counter caffeine tablet that helps restore your mental alertness and focus.