Why Is Self-Medication with Over-The-Counter (OTC) Drugs Hazardous to the Older

Multiple Choice

Why is self-medication with over-the-counter (OTC) drugs hazardous to the older adult? (Select all that apply.)

A) OTC drugs can increase the effect of a prescribed drug.
B) OTC drugs can interfere with the efficacy of a prescribed drug.
C) OTC drugs can mask significant symptoms of primary disease.
D) OTC drugs are easily obtained.
E) OTC drugs can lead to overdose because they are not considered to be "real drugs."