Author Question: Why is it important for you as a consumer to know whether a product you find on the shelf in your ... (Read 112 times)

moongchi · **on:** Jun 22, 2018

Why is it important for you as a consumer to know whether a product you find on the shelf in your pharmacy is being sold as an OTC drug or as a dietary supplement?

What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

Although there are concerns about smoking during pregnancy, the research studies have not consistently demonstrated any specific risks.

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

jaaaaaaa · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 22, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Dietary supplements do not have to demonstrate that they are effective. They often contain unknown amounts of plant products with unknown active ingredients. OTC drugs only contain ingredients that the FDA panels have agreed are safe and effective.

Answer to Question 2

False