FDA considers certain prescription drugs for over the counter - ConnectAmarillo.com

Make an appointment, go to the doctor, get a prescription, go to pharmacy, get it filled -- it's a process those with cholesterol and high blood pressure have to go through frequently.

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"The FDA is considering some cholesterol lowing medicines that we call statins and certain blood pressure medicines that are commonly used and safe for release for over the counter use," said Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center Professor of Internal Medicine, Dr. Steve Urban. "You wouldn't have to have a prescription from your doctor to get those kinds of medications."

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