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Japan plans tighter OTC drug sales rules

Filed: Apr 27, 2026 at 5:05 AM ET
Summary: Japan plans to tighten over-the-counter drug sales rules to curb misuse among youth.
WHO: Japan
WHAT: Plans to tighten rules on over-the-counter drug sales
WHEN: Apr 27, 2026 at 4:58 AM ET
WHERE: Japan
WHY: To curb misuse among youth
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