It does sound like the ID thing is just an excuse. The only reason that records would ever be checked is if some uptight parent tried to sue us. Or if they were looking for evidence to fire someone.
I personally want it behind the counter due to the nasty side effects and to ensure the person purchasing it knows the importance of the timing of the second dosing. It often makes people vomit, and it may not work if the 2nd dose is not taken correctly. The consequences of not taking this correctly is going to be much worse than if someone skips their Prilosec dose. You'd probably agree if you saw the idiotic things people do when they have instructions on their meds. Just think of the things they do when they have free reign with OTCs. Liver damage isn't uncommon from Tylenol.
Another issue with this being OTC is cost. Many insurance plans cover this now including Mass. Health. After it goes OTC, they won't. It's pretty damn expensive, so I hope that some charitable organizations can assist those who can't afford it.
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I personally want it behind the counter due to the nasty side effects and to ensure the person purchasing it knows the importance of the timing of the second dosing. It often makes people vomit, and it may not work if the 2nd dose is not taken correctly. The consequences of not taking this correctly is going to be much worse than if someone skips their Prilosec dose. You'd probably agree if you saw the idiotic things people do when they have instructions on their meds. Just think of the things they do when they have free reign with OTCs. Liver damage isn't uncommon from Tylenol.
Another issue with this being OTC is cost. Many insurance plans cover this now including Mass. Health. After it goes OTC, they won't. It's pretty damn expensive, so I hope that some charitable organizations can assist those who can't afford it.