Question

3. Cough and cold medications are some of the most commonly abused over-the-counter medications.

O True
False

Answer 1

Answer: TRUE

Cough syrup is perhaps one of the most commonly-abused over-the-counter medications. Dextromethorphan, a common ingredient in many cough syrups, can cause side effects that some users choose to embrace for the associated high, including feelings of disassociation, excitement, or hallucinations.