Viagra Connect To Launch In Ireland Following Rx-to-OTC Switch
Executive Summary
Viagra will soon be available OTC in Ireland following a successful switch, but patients will have to complete a mandatory consultation with a pharmacist before the ED treatment can be supplied.
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