Medicines you can buy without a prescription are called
nonprescription or over-the-counter (OTC) medicines. They may be taken to treat
minor health problems at home.
Examples of over-the-counter
medicines are acetaminophen, aspirin, antacids, decongestants, antihistamines,
and laxatives.
It’s important to talk to your doctor about what
medicines may not be safe to give children.