April 3, 2025

Over The Counter (OTC) Treatment Guides: TOP Pharmacist Recommended Products

BEST over-the-counter (OTC) treatments, ranked by what pharmacists recommend MOST and what SOLD the MOST last year – perfect for helping shoppers choose trusted, effective OTC options.

Cold Flu Cough Allergy

Antihistamines, Oral
Cold Remedies
Cough Suppressants
Cough/Cold/Flu Combinations, Daytime
Cough/Cold/Flu Combinations, Nighttime
Decongestants, Nasal Spray
Decongestants, Oral
Decongestants, Oral (Abuse-deterrent)
Expectorants
Flu Products
Homeopathic Cold Products
Homeopathic Cough Products
Homeopathic Flu Products
Intranasal Corticosteroids
Topical Cough Suppressants, Lozenges
Topical Vapor Therapy
Zinc Cold Remedies
Zinc Lozenges

Diabetic Care

Diabetic Cough Products
Diabetic Foot Cream
Diabetic Multivitamins
Diabetic Neuropathy Products

Diagnostics

Blood Glucose Monitors
Blood Pressure Monitors
Blood Sampling Devices/Lancets
Digital Thermometers
In-Home Drug Testing

Durable Goods

Joint Support/Braces
Support Hosiery

Eyes, Ears, Nose, Throat (EENT)

Artificial Tears / Ophthalmic Lubricants
Contact Lens Solutions, Hydrogren Peroxide-Based
Contact Lens Solutions, Saline Based
Ear Pain Relief
Ear Wax Removal
Ophthalmic Antihistamines/Decongestants
Saline Nasal Moisturizers
Snore Aids
Sore Throat Products

Family Planning

Emergency Contraception
Fertility Aids
Pregnancy Testing

First Aid

Bandages, Covers, and Gauze
Burn Treatments
Insect Bite and Sting Management
Liquid Bandages
Sunburn Relief
Thermal Relief Products
Topical Anesthetics
Topical Antibiotics/Antiseptics

Oral Care

Canker Sore Treatments
Cold Sore Treatments
Cosmetic Mouthwashes/Oral Rinses
Dry Mouth Therapy
Night Guards, Nocturnal Bruxism Management
Therapeutic Mouthwashes/Oral Rinses
Toothache Products
Toothpaste, General Use
Toothpaste, Sensitive Gums/Teeth

Pain & Inflammation

Headache Products
Migraine Headache Products
Oral Anti-Inflammatory Products
Oral Arthritis Pain Relievers
Oral Pain Relievers, Adult
Sleep Aid/Analgesic Combination Products
Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation (TENS) Products

Pediatrics

Children’s Allergy
Children’s Analgesics
Children’s Cough
Children’s Cough/Cold Combinations
Children’s Homeopathic Cough Products
Children’s Motion Sickness Products
Children’s Mouthwashes
Children’s Multivitamins
Children’s Sore Throat Products
Children’s Topical Cough Suppressants, Ointments
Diaper Rash Products
Infant Gas Products

GastroIntestinal (GI)

Acid Reducers
Antacids
Antidiarrheals
Antiflatulence Products
H2 Receptor Antagonists
Lactose Intolerance Products
Laxatives, Bulk/Fiber
Laxatives, Nonfiber
Laxatives, Stimulant
Nausea Remedies
Proton Pump Inhibitors
Stool Softeners
Upset Stomach Remedies

Topicals

Acne Products
Antibacterial Soaps
Dandruff Shampoo
Eczema Care/Relief Products
Foot Care Products
Hand Sanitizers
Hemorrhoidal Preparations
Homeopathic Topical Analgesics
Incontinence-Related Skin Protectants
Jock Itch/Antifungal Products
Lice Treatments
Lip Balms
Scar Treatments
Stretch Mark Treatments
Sunscreen
Therapeutic Skin Care, Cleansers
Therapeutic Skin Care, Moisturizers
Topical Analgesics
Topical Analgesics, Arthritis/Joint Pain
Topical Poison Ivy/Oak Remedies
Wart Removers

Vitamins & Supplements

“Letter” Vitamin Brand
Calcium Supplements
Cholesterol Management
Coenzyme Q10 Supplements
Cranberry Supplements
Diet Aids
Fiber Supplements
Flax Seed Oil Supplements
Garlic Supplements
Herbal Supplement Brand
High-Potency Vitamin C Supplements
Hydration Support
Immune Support
Iron Supplements
Joint Health
Magnesium Supplements
Memory Support
Mood Health Supplements
Multivitamins
Nerve Health
Nutritional Supplements
Ocular Nutritional Supplements
Omega-3/Fish Oil Supplements
Prenatal Vitamins
Probiotic Dietary Supplements

Women’s Health

Insect Repellants
Menstrual Pain Relief
Toe/Foot Antifungal Products
Urinary Health
Vaginal Care and Hygiene
Vaginal Moisturizers and Lubricants
Women’s Health/Menopause Supplements
Yeast Infection Prevention and Relief

MSC OTC Treatments

Aspirin, Recurrent Heart Attack/Stroke Prevention
Leg Cramp Relief
Motion Sickness Remedies
Sleep Aids
Smoking Cessation Aids