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Use of over-the-counter-like drugs among adults with indicated chronic diseases: A nationwide descriptive study in Japan

2026-02-04

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<h4>Introduction</h4> The Japanese Ministry of Health, Labour, and Welfare proposed increased copayments for over-the-counter (OTC)-like drugs, with possible special consideration for certain chronic diseases, although the specific diseases to be included were not clarified as of January 2026. The costs attributable to OTC-like drugs indicated for chronic diseases in adults remain unclear. <h4>Methods</h4> Using...

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0f470861-b014-5463-b8fb-706670e7525a
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10.64898/2026.02.03.26345444
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