The Netherlands has a wide range of pharmaceutical drugs. These include prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, and recreational drugs.

Prescription drugs are typically prescribed by a doctor and are used to treat medical conditions. Common prescription drugs available in the Netherlands include antibiotics, antidepressants, antidiabetic agents, and analgesics.

Over-the-counter medicines are generally sold without a prescription in the Netherlands and include analgesics, antihistamines, decongestants, and antacids.

Recreational drugs are illegal in the Netherlands, but possession of small amounts is tolerated. These include cannabis, ecstasy, cocaine, and amphetamines. These drugs are generally sold in coffee shops and can be purchased with a ‘weed pass.’

Certain drugs, such as opioids, sedatives, and stimulants, are strictly regulated and only available through a prescription.