Over the counter adverb phrase adjective phrase
Drugs sold in pharmacy can be bought without a prescription
You can buy over-the-counter medicines to stop diarrhea.
When I have a blocked nose, I would prefer to buy a nasal spray over the counter at the pharmacy rather than see the doctor.
My mom used over-the-counter remedies to treat my cough.
Stocks do not appear in an official stock exchange list
Buying over-the-counter stocks can make great profits but it's also very risky.
1. To make an inventory
2. To carefully think about something before making a decision
Adjective phrase over-the-counter is attested from 1875, originally of stocks and shares.
Be extremely sleepy