A triumph of hype or self-care?

Natural health products were the most popular OTC medicines sold in pharmacies in 2015-16, according to latest AIHW stats Among over-the-counter products sold in pharmacies, which do not require a prescription, natural health products were the largest selling items in 2015–16 ($1.4 billion). This category comprises vitamins and minerals, herbal medicines, homeopathic preparations and probiotics.