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Published Online: Jun 15, 2023
Page range: 71 - 90
DOI: https://doi.org/10.2478/bgbl-2023-0004
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© 2023 Patrycja Kurowska et al., published by Sciendo
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The practice of using over-the-counter (OTC) medications is popular in Poland. The self-medicating practice with OTC drugs can bring both benefits and risks. This paper presents the potential risk of the availability of OTC drugs, especially in non-pharmacy retail. We present examples of solutions that can improve patient safety.