Our 3 most commonly requested over the counter products that may have been suggested by your physician but not necessarily covered on a drug plan.

Asaphen EC 80 mg

Because of the antiplatelet (anticlotting) properties of ASA, it may be used under the supervision of your doctor to:

• prevent a first nonfatal heart attack in people who are at increased risk of having a heart attack as determined by their doctor (factors that increase your risk of heart attack include: smoking, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, inactive lifestyle, stress, and being overweight)
• prevent a second heart attack or stroke
• reduce the risk of "mini-stroke" or transient ischemic attack (TIA) prevent blood clots for people who have had a total hip replacement or other surgeries where blood clots are of a concern

Soflax (Docusate Sodium)

Docusate sodium belongs to the family of medications known as stool softeners. It is used to treat and prevent occasional constipation due to hard stools that could be caused by changes in your diet or certain medications. Docusate sodium works by increasing the amount of water in the stool, making stools softer and easier to pass. It usually starts to work within 1 to 3 days, but may take up to 5 days to work.

Apothecare 325 (Acetominophen)

Acetaminophen belongs to a group of medicines called analgesics (pain relievers) and antipyretics (fever reducers). It works quickly to relieve pain caused by conditions such as headache, osteoarthritis, and muscle pain and to reduce fever caused by infection. Unlike acetylsalicylic acid (ASA), which is also an analgesic and antipyretic, acetaminophen does not reduce inflammation.

Acetaminophen is used by itself as well as in combination medication products for cough, cold, and pain relief.