OTC-MEDICINES AND RESPONSIBLE SELF-MEDICATION UNDER GOOD PHARMACY PRACTICE
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https://doi.org/10.30890/2709-1783.2025-42-00-005Keywords:
OTC-medicines, self-medication, Good Pharmacy Practice, pharmacistAbstract
Responsible self-medication is a process by which individuals treat their minor illnesses and conditions that are either self-diagnosable or have been previously diagnosed by a physician using nonprescription, safe, high-quality medications. Over the counReferences
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