Appendix A
Appendix A: Common Prescription and OTC Products
Brand and generic mastery
Common Prescription and OTC Products
This appendix pairs common over-the-counter and prescription products with their generic ingredients and uses -- a high-yield reference for the licensing exam. Recognizing brand names, matching them to their active ingredients, and knowing their therapeutic use is essential for counseling and screening for interactions.
Start with the most common OTC analgesics, allergy, and cold products.
How to Use This Appendix
Focus on the active ingredient behind each brand -- that is what determines the pharmacology, interactions, and cautions. Combination products (like NyQuil, Advil Cold & Sinus, Excedrin) are especially important because each ingredient carries its own warnings.
📖 “Appendix A: common OTC and prescription products with generic ingredients and uses. Recognize brand -> active ingredient -> use for counseling and interaction screening. Combination products carry multiple warnings.”