Over the Counter (OTC) Items

Kent and Medway Guidance

NHS Kent and Medway are working in support of the NHS England OTC Policy. Please see guidance and monthly focus documents below that support the OTC initiative:

K&M Briefing statement on OTC medicines

K&M Position statement on the prescribing of medicines available to purchase OTC for self-limiting and minor health conditions

K&M Referral to local pharmacy for hay fever treatment - No prescription required

For any queries or support, patients can contact the OTC support line on 01634 035 095, option 2.

Kent and Medway OTC Monthly Focus:

• February 2026 - Vitamins and Minerals
  
  
• March 2026 - Dry Eye
  
  
• April 2026 - Minor Pain Relief, Discomfort and Fever
  
  
• May 2026 - Hay Fever
  
  
• June 2026 - Emollients
  
  
• July 2026 - Diarrhoea, Heartburn, Indigestion and Constipation: Constipation Self Care Fact Sheet, Heartburn and Indigestion Self Care Fact Sheet