The phrase "counter drugs" refers to medications or drugs that can be bought without a doctor's prescription at a pharmacy or drugstore. They are usually used to treat common health issues like pain, allergies, or cold symptoms. Full definition
The Brong Ahafo regional Chapter of the Food and Drugs Authority (FDA) on Tuesday seized 1450 tablets of Tramadol which are not permitted to be sold over-the counter drug sellers. (ghanapoliticsonline.com)
He said the confiscated drugs are to be sold on prescription but the over-the counter drug sellers and even some of the pharmacy shops are refusing to comply with the law. (ghanapoliticsonline.com)
Carlyle bought prescription and over the counter drug maker iNova Pharmaceuticals for $ 930 million last June, in conjunction with Australian buyout firm Pacific Equity Partners. (afr.com)