Medical Abbreviations
OTC
Commonly used in healthcare and medical settings
Literal Meaning
Over the counter
Actual Meaning
Medicine you can buy without a prescription, like Tylenol or Advil.
Examples in Context

The doctor noted OTC on the chart.

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