Have a bad cold, allergies, or a nagging cough?

More importantly, do you know what medicines to take to treat symptoms effectively? Do you know which medicines to give your child and how to use them safely?

Each day, millions of people rely on over-the-counter (OTC) medicines to treat a wide range of symptoms, such as congestion, headache, and upset stomach. With more than 100,000 OTC products widely available, consumers have numerous options for treating these conditions conveniently and affordably.

As the leading makers of OTC medicines, our goal at OTCsafety.org is to help families safely and effectively use OTC medicines. Because all families’ needs are different and constantly changing, we hope that you can use this site to best understand the safe and appropriate use of OTCs.