The 2024 surveyed 401 pharmacists across 36 over-the-counter product categories to identify the brands they trust the most. , /PRNewswire/ - BrandSpark International and Newsweek are pleased to unveil the 3 annual ("BMTPhA"). This year's Trust Study gathered the opinions of American Registered Healthcare Professionals actively practicing and licensed to provide OTC recommendations for maximum credibility.
The study identified the most trusted brands across 36 over-the-counter product categories, growing BrandSpark's professional trust database and continuing to assist consumers in making informed shopping decisions. Pharmacists have long been a reliable resource for consumers, offering guidance on both prescription medication and over-the-counter products. The Consumer Healthcare Products Association shows that 81% of adults use OTC medications as their first line of defense for minor ailments, and average 26 trips per year for these products, but they visit the doctor only three times in the same time span.
This underscores the important role that pharmacists play in the OTC and Health purchasing experience. "This list addresses a market where consumers may feel less familiar and less confident, so offering trusted recommendations can help put them at ease during often stressful and unpleasant situations," explained , President of BrandSpark. According to the BrandSpark American Shopper Study, mass retailers like Walmart and drug store chains such as Walgreens are among the .
