The evaluation of advertising OTC drugs carries with it the assumption that OTC drugs under () category should be available to the public. The general consensus is that the public demands the right to treat itself for minor conditions. Home remedies serve as a useful although sometimes psychological-treatment purpose. They are safe as labeled, they save the consumer money, and they lessen the burden on a low medical manpower supply. A logical increase in the usage of those products is foreseen as the education and health consciousness of the consumer continue to be upgraded. These are the general benefits of home medications.