The over-the-counter icon is a marking on the packaging of a drug that indicates that the drug can be purchased and used without a doctor's prescription. Common OTC icons include the green OTC icon, the blue medical device icon, and so on. The green OTC icon means that the drug is non-prescription and can be purchased and used on your own, but you need to use it according to the dosage and usage instructions, and be careful to avoid overdose or improper use leading to side effects.
Another non-prescription icon is the blue medical device icon, which indicates that the product is a medical device rather than a drug. This category includes blood pressure monitors, glucose meters, stethoscopes, and other device products that can help people with home medical care. However, it is also necessary to follow the instructions on how to use and dosage to avoid misuse leading to health problems.
When purchasing over-the-counter medicines or medical devices, care must be taken to choose regular channels for purchase to avoid procuring counterfeit or non-compliant products. For medicines, it is recommended to choose qualified pharmacies or medical institutions for purchase, and for medical devices, you can choose to buy from regular e-commerce platforms or brick-and-mortar stores with relevant licenses. At the same time, in the process of use should also follow the instructions for the use of the product, if any discomfort to stop using and seek medical attention.