Perhaps the most asked question from those seeking to buy
medications online is whether or not it is legal (and safe)
to do so. The answer, as with anything else you can buy
online, is yes and no. There are many safe and legitimate
places to buy medications on the internet and there are
places you simply do not want to do business with.
Finding them is the challenge. Despite some common
misconceptions, it is in fact legal to buy prescription
medications online. As long as certain guidelines are
followed and conditions are met, buying medication can not
only be more convenient but also considerably cheaper than
purchasing from brick and mortar pharmacies. According to
the FDA:
"Legitimate pharmacy sites on the Internet provide
consumers with a convenient, private, way to obtain needed
medications, sometimes at more affordable prices. The
elderly and persons in remote areas can avoid the
inconvenience of traveling to a store to purchase
medications. Many reputable Internet pharmacies allow
patients to consult with a licensed pharmacist from the
privacy of their home. Moreover, Internet pharmacies can
provide customers with written product information and
references to other sources of information like the
traditional storefront pharmacy. Finally, the increasing
use of computer technology to transmit prescriptions from
doctors to pharmacies is likely to reduce prescription
errors"
Purchasing from foreign countries is where the gray area
begins. Many regions (the U.S. being one of them) have laws
regulating the purchase of prescription medication directly
from overseas companies. The reason for this is to help
protect U.S. consumers from being prescribed the wrong
medication or receiving medication that is of a different
strength than what is normally prescribed in the States.
Some foreign countries however have attempted to circumvent
this by using a distribution company inside the United
States.
Tips for Buying Medications Online
* Spend time looking over the website and figure out how
long they've been in business and what their policies are
on shipping, ordering, etc.
* Look for verified seals that are recognized by country
from which you are ordering medication.
* Find out whether or not a pharmacist is available to
assist you with your pain medication order and to answer
questions.
* Ask the company you are dealing with if they not only
take the orders but ships them as well, fraudulent
companies usually do not ship.
* Ask for the expiration date of the medication you are
buying to avoid buying outdated medicine.
* Avoid offers that look too good to be true, they likely
are. Buying medication online can be cheaper but high
discounts (60%+) are not realistic and should be questioned.
In the end, buying medications online can be both
convenient and cost effective. Caution should be exercised
when deciding on an online pharmacy to purchase from but
this goes without saying and applies to anything you buy on
the internet.
As with all medical issues, filling your medication
prescription should not be done without seeking the advice
of your doctor and having a clear understanding of your
condition.
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