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If you have concerns over buying medications online, consider this: there is a process known as “Rx-to-OTC switch” which means transferring of medications from prescription to nonprescription, over-the-counter (OTC) status. Drugs that were safe enough in the prescription status and where labeling can be developed so that the medicine can be marketed safely and effectively are candidates to become an OTC medicine.

During the last 30 years more than 90 compounds that were prescription-only drugs became OTC products. These include Ibuprofen (Motrin), Loratadine (Claritin), Orlistat (Alli), Cetrizine (Zyrtec), Minoxidil (Rogaine) and other medications totaling more than 700 OTC products.

Prescription drugs most likely to be switched to OTC belong to categories that include: allergy, cough, cold, and sinus products, pain relievers, hair loss products, sleep madications, weight loss agents and other. Groups of medications which may be open to Rx-to-OTC switches in the future include: cholesterol-reducing drugs, sexual dysfunction, osteoporosis treatments, overactive bladder meds.

So in a few years you probably will be able buy inexpensive OTC alternatives to, let's say, Viagra or Lipitor - medications that some say are currently dangerous to buy online if you don't have a prescription from your doctor. Think about this.

Antibiotics Antibiotics are drugs derived from certain microorganisms and are used to treat bacterial or fungal infections. They are ineffective against viruses.	Antidepressants / Anti-Anxiety Antidepressants are a family of drugs primarily used to treat mental depression as well as chronic pain, anxiety, panic disorder, eating disorders, and other conditions.	Muscle Relaxers Skeletal muscle relaxants are a group of medications used to treat muscular pain or spasms from peripheral musculoskeletal conditions.
Pain Relief Pain relievers are needed to quickly manage the pain and are chosen based on the type and duration of pain and on the likely benefits and possible risks.	Birth Control Pills Birth control (contraceptives) pills are used to prevent pregnancy.	Herpes Antiviral medications are used to prevent or treat herpes infections. Herpes prescription drugs relieve the discomfort of a recurring outbeak and shorten its duration.
Weight Loss Most popular weight loss medications are appetite-suppressants that promote weight loss by decreasing appetite or increasing the feeling of being full. What is Overweight and Obesity?	Skin Care Skin care prescription drugs are used to treat acne. Acne is a common skin condition producing pimples on the face and upper torso.	Sexual Dysfunctions Erectile dysfunction (impotence) is the inability to achieve or maintain an erection. In around 95% of the cases, a suitable treatment for ED can be found. Erectile dysfunction is treatable at any age.