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Over-the-counter medicines

Over the counter (OTC) medicines are registered non-prescription medicines, which are available without a prescription. They have been evaluated for quality, safety and efficacy before being supplied in the marketplace. They do not include registered complementary medicines and listed medicines.

Regulation of over-the-counter medicines

Know your obligations at each point along your product’s regulatory journey.

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  • Key Sun Laboratories Pty Ltd is recalling 13 batches of Key Sun Kids Homeopathic Products, due to the risk of a small metal wire being present in the lozenge.
  • The Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) is advising consumers that Natures Valley Collagen Builder tablets may pose a serious risk to your health and should not be taken.

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  • Taking too much vitamin B6 can result in harmful side effects, including nerve damage known as ‘peripheral neuropathy’, which can be severe and irreversible. If you’re not sure if you’re taking too much vitamin B6 have a chat with your doctor or pharmacist.

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