US Drug Store Chains Offer OTCs At Drive-Through Windows To Promote Social Distancing

 
• By Eileen Francis

Walgreens, CVS and Rite Aid encourage social distancing by offering OTC drugs and vitamins in drive-through services previously limited to Rx drugs windows. Walgreens also is restricting purchases of some items to prevent shortages.

Isolated sign advertising 'Drive-Thru Pharmacy' in capitals font directs drivers with arrow. Signage on brick pedestal grass empty road winter trees in background

Promoting social distancing as well as increasing customer convenience is behind making consumer health products available in drive-through services usually reserved for Rx drugs at Walgreen Co., CVS Health Corp. and Rite Aid Corp. stores.

“We’re continuing to quickly introduce new and different ways to meet customers’ needs for greater convenience during the COVID-19 pandemic,...

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