Growth in Rx-to-OTC switches

Increased sales opportunities and expiring patents on prescription-only products are two of the drivers behind manufacturers switching from selling their products as prescription or Rx-only to over-the-counter offerings.

Matt Wolf, Contract Pharmacal Corp.’s CEO reports, “Rx-to-OTC switches have fueled tremendous growth in the category, with products such as Ibuprofen, Loratadine, Cetirizine, and Omeprazole. In fact, industry forecasts call for nearly $10 billion in potential switches over the next five years, in branded sales. Science has generated an entire class of products that are safe and effective—and easily purchased without a prescription in any pharmacy.

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