Technology Gap Separates OTC Drug Firms From Self-Care Sales Growth

OTC drug firms should offer more digital tools that guide consumers in product purchases, says a health care marketing executive. The American Pharmacists Association suggests firms also strengthen outreach with pharmacists.

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The OTC drug industry has yet to capitalize on using mobile and other digital technologies to drive sales growth as consumer practice of self-care continues growing, suggest a marketing executive and pharmaceutical trade group official tracking the trend.

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