Over-the-Counter Drugs - Consequences

Consequences

Over-the-counter drugs are capable of altering a user's judgment. Driving skills may become impaired, thus increasing the chance of a crash. Mixing alcohol with OTC medications typically intensifies the effects of a product's active ingredients, stripping users of their ability to reason and make levelheaded decisions. Abuse of nonprescription drugs also puts the user's general health at risk. Breathing difficulties, organ failure, and even death may result in cases of overdose.