OTC Formulary
Brand Name
Active Ingredients
Strength
Therapeutic Class
Directions for use
Adverse Eff
Nicoderm CQ
nicotine
21mg/
4mg/
7mg
Smoking Cessation
>10 cigarettes/day: 21 mg/day
x6 weeks, 14 mg/day x2 weeks,
7 mg/day x2 weeks
10 cigarettes/day: 14 mg/day
x6 weeks, 7 mg/day x2 weeks
Nicotine Gum
nicotine
2 mg/
4 mg
Smoking Cessation
25 cigarettes/day: 4 mg
<25 cigarettes/day: 2 mg
Orlistat
60mg
Weight Loss
1 cap Tid with low fat meal
Local irritati
skin (erythe
burning, and
pruritus)
mental effec
(trouble dre
sleep disrup
Mouth sores
blisters, or i
nausea or v
sore throat
Headache,
oily spotting
abdominal p
flatulence w
discharge
Hoodia
Hoodia gordonii
400mg-1000mg
Appetite suppressant
2-4 tab qd
None known
Goodys Extra
APAP
260mg;
antipyretic/analgesic
Place 1 powder on tongue every
Liver toxicit
Alli
OTC Formulary
Strength
ASA
Caffeine
Potassium
520mg;
32.5mg;
60mg
Excedrin
tension
headache
APAP
Caffeine
500mg;
65mg
Excedrin
migraine
APAP
ASA
Caffeine
250mg;
250mg;
65mg
antipyretic/analgesic
Ibuprofen
(solubilized)
potassium
200mg;
20 mg
antipyretic/analgesic
Ibuprofen/
Pseudoephedrine
200mg/
30mg
antipyretic/analgesic/decon
gestant
Advil migraine
Advil Cold &
Sinus
Headache (Tension)
antipyretic/analgesic
6 hours, while symptoms
persist. Drink a full glass of
water with each dose, or
powder may be stirred into a
glass of water or other liquid.
Max 4 pwd per day.
2 caplets every 6 hours. Max 6
in 24 hours
Stomach ble
Reyes Synd
Skin allergy
2 caplets with glass of water.
Max 2 caplets in 24 hours
Liver toxicit
Stomach ble
Reyes Synd
Caffeine ove
Take 2 capsules with a glass of
water. Max 2 in 24 hours.
Allergy to
ingredients
Stomach ble
Take 1 caplet every 4 to 6 hours
while symptoms persist.
Max 6 caplets in 24 hrs.
Allergy to
ingredients
Stomach ble
1 caplet every 12 hours;
Max of 2 caplets in 24 hrs.
Allergy to
ingredients
Stomach ble
10-15mg/kg q 4-6 hrs.
Max 5 doses/day.
Liver Toxicit
Allergy
Sore throat
5-10mg.kg q6-8 hrs.
Allergy
Headache(Tension)
Headache(Migraine)
Headache(Migraine)
Aleve-D
Naproxen
Pseudoephedrine
220mg;
120mg
Headache(Sinus)
antipyretic/analgesic/decon
gestant
Tylenol
acetaminophen
100mg/5ml
Headache(Sinus)
antipyretic/analgesic
Fever
Motrin
ibuprofen
160mg/5ml
antipyretic/analgesic
Liver toxicit
Caffeine ove
Allergy
OTC Formulary
Max 4 doses/day.
Stomach ble
Sore throat
Massage into the painful area
until thoroughly absorbed.
No more than 3 - 4 times/day.
Wash hands after applying.
Burning sen
upon applica
Rub on affected area 3-4
times/day for duration of pain
none
Take 1 -2 tablets daily
Hemodialys
Nausea
Stomach cra
diarrhea
Dermatitis
Diarrhea
Dementia
flushing
Anorexia
Nausea
Constipation
polyuria
Black tarry s
Nausea
Abdominal p
diarrhea
none
Fever
Capzasin
arthritis pain
relief
capsaicin
Tiger Balm
Arthritis Rub
cream
Camphor
menthol
Vitamin C
Ascorbic acid
0.15%
11%;
11%
60-200mg
Topical analgesic
Myalgia
Tendonitis/Bursitis
Sprain/Strain Osteoarthritis
Topical analgesic
Myalgia
Tendonitis/Bursitis
Sprain/Strain Osteoarthritis
Vitamin
scurvy
Vitamin B3
Niacin
Nicotinic acid
35mg
Vitamin
1qd supplement
150-500mg/day pellagra
1-2g tid hyperlipidemia
Calcium
Calcium
1200mg
Pellagra
Decrease TAG(triglycerides)
Mineral
Iron
Iron
8-27mg
Mineral
1qd
Debrox Drops
Carbamide peroxide
Glycerin
Propylene glycol
Sodium stannate
6.5%
Otic
5-10 drops in affected ear BID
for up to 4 days
Excessive/Impacted
Cerumen
1qd max 2g/day
OTC Formulary
Auro Ear Drops
Swim Ear
Drops
Carbamide peroxide
Anhydrous glycerin
Isopropyl alcohol
Anhydrous glycerin
6.5%
Otic
95%
Excessive/Impacted
Cerumen
Otic
5-10 drops in affected ear BID
for up to 4 days
none
5 gtts into each ear then allow
to remain for 1-2 minutes
A mild warm
tingling sen
5 to 10 drops of the solution
instilled into the affected ear(s)
2 times daily for up to 4 days.
-a foaming o
crackling so
the ear afte
the ear drop
-temporary
in hearing a
using the dr
-mild feeling
fullness in th
-mild itching
the ear.
Mouth/gum
Water-Clogged Ears
Auro-Dri Drops
Isopropyl alcohol
Anhydrous glycerin
95%
Otic
Water-Clogged Ears
Colgate
toothpaste
Oral-B
anticavity rinse
Dicalcium phosphate
dehydrate;
sodium
monofluorophosphat
e
Sodium fluoride
0.15%
Oral anticaries
Caries Cavities
0.05%
Oral
Caries Cavities
Colgate total
Hydrated silica;
sodium bicarbonate;
sodium fluoride;
triclosan
0.14%
0.3%
Oral
Gingivitis
Apply a thin ribbon of medicine
to a toothbrush and brush
thoroughly for 2 minutes. Once
daily
Vigorously swish 10ml (as
indicated inside cap) of rinse
between your teeth for 1
minute then spit out. Do not
swallow. Once daily hs
Apply a small amount of
fluoride toothpaste to a
toothbrush and brush
thoroughly on all tooth surfaces
for at least one minute.
Teeth discol
Mouth/gum
OTC Formulary
twice daily After use,
expectorate
GelKam Gel
Stannous fluoride
0.4%
Oral
Gingivitis
Viadent
Advanced Care
Fluoride
Toothpaste
Smart mouth
tri-oral
Zinc Citrate
Trihydrate
Sodium
Monofluorophosphat
e
Solution 1
Ingredients: Sodium
Benzoate, Sodium
Chlorite,
2%
0.13%
Oral
Refresh Dry
Eye
Benzocaine
Mineral oil/
White petroleum
Teeth discol
use twice every day after
brushing. Solutions 1 and 2
must be mixed together
immediately before rinsing! ;
pump 4 times from each bottle
into the enclosed mixing cup;
rinse immediately and
vigorously for 30 seconds,
gargle and spit out
apply to the affected area not
more than 4 times daily
Burning sen
1 to 2 times daily as needed.
Vision blurre
Minor
burning/stin
ation
Transient bu
and stinging
Overuse inc
dryness
Not given
Oral
Halitosis
7.5%
42.5%/
56.8%
Oral Anesthetic
Teething pain
Ophthalmic lubricant
Dry Eye
Eye Allergy
Relief
antazoline phosphate
Burning sen
Halitosis
Solution 2
Ingredients: Glycerin,
Zinc Chloride
Baby anbesol
gel
Apply a small amount of
fluoride toothpaste to a
toothbrush and brush
thoroughly on all tooth surfaces
for at least one minute.
twice daily After use,
expectorate.
brush thoroughly at least twice
a day (best if after meals)
0.5%
Ophthalmic Antihistamines
1-2 drops 3-4 times/day
none
OTC Formulary
Zaditor
Alaway
Ketotifen
0.025%
Ophthalmic - Mast Cell
Stabilizer/Antihistamine
Instill 1 drop into the affected
eye(s) every 8-12 hours.
mild stingin
dry eyes
eye discharg
Instill one or two drops in the
conjunctival sac(s) every three
to four hours as needed.
1 or 2 drops in the affected
eye(s) every 6 hours as needed
enlarged pu
Eye redness
tingling sen
With overus
long-term u
-Increase in
or redness o
Symptoms o
much medic
being absor
the body
-Fast, irregu
pounding he
-headache o
lightheaded
-nervousnes
-trembling
-trouble in s
Eye discomf
burning, red
temporary b
vision
Irritation, bu
Naphcon A
naphazoline/
pheniramine
0.025 %/
0.3 %
Allergic Conjunctivitis
Antihistamine-Decongestant
Products
Visine L.R. Eye
Drops
oxymetazoline
0.025%
Ophthalmic Decongestants
Muro 128
Sodium chloride
ointment
5%
Ophthalmic Hyperosmotic
agents
Dosing-4x/day
Lotrimin ultra
Cream
Butenafine
1%
Topical antifungal
BID x 1 week or QD x 4 weeks
(pedis); QD x 2 weeks (cruris
and unguium)
Lamisil
Cream/Gel
Terbinafine
1%
Topical antifungal
BID x 1-4 weeks
Irritation, bu
itching/dryn
OTC Formulary
Virasal
Salicylic acid topical
soap
16.7%
keratolytic
Wash and dry area thoroughly.
Apply enough to cover each
wart 1 to 2 times daily.
Dr. Scholl's
Ingrown
Toenail Pain
Reliever
Certain Dry
sodium sulfide gel
1%
Ingrown toenail reliever
BID x 7 days
aluminum chloride
hexahydrate topical
12%
antiperspirant
Lanacane
Orajel
Outgro Pain
Relief
Benzocaine
5%, 10%20%
Topical Anesthetics
Apply to both palms or soles.
Let the alcohol evaporate,
leaving a thin film on the skin.
Repeat use for 2 or 3 nights.
After that, QW or biw
Anesthesia: 1 lozenge dissolved
in mouth every 2 hours as
needed.
Minor skin ir
rash, or pee
changes in t
of treated sk
none
Temporary b
itching, pric
tingling in tr
areas.
Mild stinging
tingling whe
medicine is
applied.
Pain: Apply to affected area(s)
as needed up to 4 times a day.
Myciguent
Neomycin
Cream
Ointment
2%
Topical Antibiotic
Apply to the affected area(s) of
the skin one to three times a
day.
Hydrogen
Peroxide
Hydrogen Peroxide
3%
antiseptic/oral debriding
agent
first aid antiseptic:
apply small amount of
product on affected area 1-3
times a day
oral debriding agent (oral
rinse):
Itching, rash
redness, sw
other sign o
irritation no
before use o
neomycin
burning
OTC Formulary
Abreva
Docosanol
10%
Topical Antivirals
Bullfrog
Sunblock
3%/15%/5%/10%
/6%
Sunscreens
Delsym
Avobenzone/
Homosalate/
Octisalate/
Octocrylene/
Oxybenzone
Dextromethorphan
Lozenges: 7.510mg
Liquid: 7.515mg/5ml
Oral: 15mg
antitussive
Benadryl
Diphenhydramine
12.5 mg-25mg
Antihistamine/antitussive
mix with an equal amount of
water, swish around in the
mouth over affected area for at
least 1 minute and then spit out
use up to 4 times daily after
meals and at
bedtime
Apply topically to affected areas
of the lips and surrounding skin
as a 10% cream. Up to 5 times
daily until healed (maximum 10
days).
apply liberally before sun
exposure and as needed
reapply after prolonged
swimming, vigorous activity or
towel drying
Capsule, Liquid, Tablet, Syrup:
10 to 30 mg orally every 4 to 8
hours.
Lozenge: 3 lozenges (10 mg
each) orally every 6 to 8 hours.
Sustained-release: 60 mg orally
every 12 hours.
Oral disintegrating strip: 15 to
30 mg orally every 6 to 8 hours.
Maximum dose: 120 mg/day.
25 to 50 mg three or four times
daily. The nighttime sleep-aid
dosage is 50 mg at bedtime.
Burning upo
application
Headache
None
stomach up
Sedation, sl
dizziness, di
coordination
epigastric d
thickening o
bronchial se
OTC Formulary
Sudafed
Pseudoephedrine
30-60mg
Decongestants
Immediate release: 30 to 60 mg
orally every 4 to 6 hours as
needed.
Sustained release: 120 mg
orally every 12 hours as
needed.
Sustained release suspension:
45 to 100 mg orally every 12
hours as needed.
Maximum daily dose is 240
mg/day.
300 to 8000 mg/day orally in 2
to 4 divided doses.
loss of appe
warmth, ting
redness und
skin;
feeling restl
excited (esp
children);
sleep proble
(insomnia);
skin rash or
Tums
calcium carbonate
750-1000mg
Antacids
Zantac
ranitidine
75mg
Histamine2 Receptor
Antagonists
1-2 tab mg QD BID
headache
Prilosec
omeprazole
20mg
Proton Pump Inhibitors
Take one a day for 14 days.
Take 30-60 mins prior to
morning meal with full glass of
water
stomach pa
nausea, vom
diarrhea; or
headache
Gas-X
Simethicone
80 mg, 125mg
antiflatulent
40 to 125 mg 4 times daily after
meals and at bedtime.
none
Miralax
polyethylene glycol
3350
17 g
Hyperosmotics
17g of powder mixed with 4-8
ounces of water daily
Cramps; gas
frequent bo
movements
stomach pa
Constipation
headache.
OTC Formulary
bloating.
Colace
Docusate Sodium
100 mg
Emollient Agents
stool softeners
take 1-3 capsules daily
Fleet Mineral
Oil Enema
Mineral Oil
15/15 v/v
Lubricant Agent
Citrate of
Magnesia,
Citroma,
Mag Citrate
1.745g per fl oz
Saline Laxative Agents
Use 1 bottle 2 hours before
bedtime prn
1 - 3 tbsp max 3 tbsp in 24 hrs
240 mL orally one time.
Dulcolax
Bisacodyl
5mg,10mg
Stimulant Agents
5 to 15 mg (1 to 3 tablets)
orally once a day as needed or
10 mg (1 suppository) rectally
once a day as needed or
10 mg rectal liquid once a day
as needed.
Imodium A-D
Loperamide
2mg
Synthetic opioid agonist
Acute:
4 mg orally after the first loose
stool, then 2 mg after each
loose stool, not to exceed 16
mg in any 24-hour period.
Bitter taste;
bloating; cra
diarrhea; ga
irritation aro
rectum; thro
irritation.
bloating, ga
mild diarrhe
stomach cra
loose stools
diarrhea, sto
cramps;
upset stoma
dizziness; or
increased sw
dizziness, w
increased th
mild stomac
gas, indiges
diarrhea or
stools;
mild nausea
rash.
rare
Bloating,
constipation
loss of appe
stomach pa
(severe) w/
Skin rash
OTC Formulary
Kaopectate
and PeptoBismol
oral
suspension,
oral tablet, oral
tablet
chewable
dimenhydrinat
e
Vitamin B6
Ginger
Bismuth
Subsalicylate (BSS)
263 mg
Antimicrobial/ antisecretory
524 mg orally every 30 - 60
mins prn max 8 doses in any 24
hr
Alternatively, 1048 mg - 1050
mg may be given orally every
hour max 4 doses in any 24 hr
dark tongue
grayish blac
Dramamine
50mg
Antihistamines/ antiemetic
first dose at least 30 minutes
before activity or travel.
Pyridoxine
10-25mg
Vitamin/antiemetic
10-25mg TID
Dizziness;
drowsiness;
mouth, thro
nose; thicke
mucus in no
throat.
none
Ginger
250mg
antiemetic
1 QID
Heartburn; s
upset.
