Difference Between CD, POM, OTC And Complementary And Alternative Medicine
OTC, POM and CD Drugs are classified according to the level of control over it's supply. What that means is that the drugs are classified based on how much input health professionals have over the drug to diagnose and treat conditions for its indication. The main purpose of classification is to maximize timely access and minimise risk to side effects. Class Of Drugs Different countries have different classes of drugs. But in Nigeria, there are three classes of drugs. They are: Control Drugs (CD) These drugs are drugs that must be prescribed by a registered medical doctor and must be dispensed by a licenced pharmacist. Only pharmacy outlets like community or hospital pharmacies can stock them. Read Also: Possible advantages of drug recall by pharma companies Controlled drugs are drugs that are best used for conditions that are diagnosed and managed by a medical doctor. They are also drugs of potential abuse. In that case, wrong use can leave a devastating effect. E.g. Anticonvulsa...
