Which statement describes OTC medication?

• A. They require a prescription and start with 8
• B. They do not require a prescription and start with 8
• C. They do not require a prescription and start with 6
• D. They require a prescription and start with 6

Answer: (B)

Over-the-counter medications are items you can buy without a prescription and use according to the label. In many store systems, products have an internal code prefix that helps staff identify their type. An eight-prefixed code marks OTC items, indicating they’re shelf-available and don’t require a prescription. That’s why the description that they do not require a prescription and start with 8 is the best fit. Other options imply a prescription is needed or point to a different code category, which isn’t true for OTC products.