What’s bothering you?
Doctor-reviewed guides to the OTC tablets, syrups and creams that actually work for 13 common symptoms. Each guide explains why the symptom happens, what helps, what to skip, and when to see a doctor.
Self-care guide, not a diagnosis. These pages cover everyday symptoms where OTC medicines are usually appropriate. If your symptoms are severe, getting worse, or accompanied by red-flag features listed on each page, please consult a registered medical practitioner.
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Most adult fevers under 39°C settle with paracetamol, fluids and rest. Here's what to take, when, and when to escalate.
Common cold is viral and self-limiting — symptom relief is the goal. Decongestants for runny nose, lozenges for sore throat, antitussives only when needed.
Acidity is one of India's most-treated conditions. Antacids work within minutes, PPIs work over days. Lifestyle matters more than either.
Most headaches are tension-type or migraine — safe to self-treat with the right OTC for a few days. Daily painkillers can backfire (medication-overuse headache).
Whether it's gym DOMS, a viral aches-and-pains body or a workplace back niggle — the OTC playbook is similar. Painkillers + heat + movement.
Constipation is fixable in most cases with fibre + fluids + movement before tablets. When you do need help, osmotic laxatives are gentler than stimulants.
Diarrhoea is the body's way of clearing an irritant — ORS keeps you safe while it runs its course. Antibiotics rarely help; probiotics often do.
Period cramps respond best to NSAIDs taken EARLY — within the first 4 hours. Heat helps. Severe pain that disables you isn't 'normal' and deserves workup.
Allergic rhinitis, hives, allergic skin rashes — all driven by histamine. Non-drowsy antihistamines like cetirizine, levocetirizine and fexofenadine are the workhorses.
Most sore throats are viral, settle in 3-5 days, and don't need antibiotics. Lozenges, gargles and paracetamol are the right tools.
Sleep hygiene + melatonin are the first-line tools. Prescription sleeping pills are habit-forming and not a long-term answer.
Most stress is best handled with lifestyle, sleep and talking — not tablets. Adaptogens like ashwagandha help; benzodiazepines are short-term tools, not solutions.
Most nausea settles with rest, fluids and simple food. Antiemetics like ondansetron and domperidone work quickly when needed.
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Information on these pages is for general awareness and self-care guidance and does not replace medical advice, diagnosis or treatment from a registered medical practitioner. Always read product labels and check with a pharmacist or doctor if you have other medical conditions or are taking other medicines.
