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Many many years ago. I'm 31 and remember taking dimetapp as a child. The exact year, I have no idea. It's good stuff though. Always helped me.
Answer
It was found that it was one of the most ineffective drugs on the market and it went from Doctor recommendation to do not use.
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What was used for flu treatment before dimetapp was developed?
Dimetapp® was never a treatment for flu; it's a decongestant formerly prescribed to treat cold symptoms. (It is now available over-the-counter.) The Dimetapp® that's marketed for flu contains other ingredients and is used to treat symptoms--not the infection itself.
Are antibiotics available over the counter in pharmacies?
No, antibiotics are not available over the counter in pharmacies. They require a prescription from a healthcare provider.
Is zantac available over the counter?
No, it is by prescription only. It's new so some insurances don't cover it w/o justification.
Are Prenatal vitamins prescribed or over the counter?
Prenatal vitamins are available over the counter and by prescription.
Is Zoloft available over the counter (OTC)?
No, Zoloft is not available over the counter (OTC). It is a prescription medication that must be obtained from a healthcare provider.
Are statins available over the counter?
YES
Can you get insulin over the counter, or is a prescription required"?
Insulin is not available over the counter and requires a prescription from a healthcare provider.
Is fluocinonide cream available to buy over the counter?
No.
When will Prevacid become available over the counter?
Prevacid is available now over the counter. I do not know the exact date that it was released, but I did find some good information in the related links.
What over the counter medicine can you take for nasal congestion?
Nasanex and Clairiton are both brand name products which are over the counter nasal decongestants. Sudafed and Dimetapp are both prescription medications which can also treat nasal congestion. The Neti Pot is a non-oral treatment. It's a device which is used in the nasal passages.
Is aprodine available over the counter?
Yes, at http://www.rxpalace.com/otc_cough_and_cold.shtml
Can you buy cytotec over the counter in northern Ireland?
No, abortion medication is not available over the counter in Ireland or Northern ireland. For abortion you will have to see a doctor.
