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How to Choose an Overseas Pharmacy/Foreign Pharmacy/International Pharmacy
April 13th, 2006 5:36 pmForeign pharmacies have become increasingly popular since they hit the internet around 1999 for a variety of reasons. First, the price of prescription medication keeps growing while the benefits available to help pay for them keeps shrinking. It is not surprising that a number of U.S. citizens would look to international pharmacies to fill a need they can’t seem to satisfy at home. As the price discrepancy between drugs available at home and those available through foreign pharmacies becomes more and more evident, the consumers’ desire to shop these overseas and international pharmacies is likely to increase.
Canadian Drugs Meet Strict Standards
April 13th, 2006 5:27 pmThe Food and Drug Administration has repeatedly warned consumers about the “dangers” of buying Canadian drugs online. The stated concern is that drugs coming in from other countries are not regulated and tested by the F.D.A. The organization asserts that prescription drugs are being imported into the U.S. in the wrong packages and at the wrong doses. Obviously, such products could cause serious harm. The F.D.A. also shows concern for the fact that they do not oversee the manufacturing process of Canadian drugs and therefore worries that the U.S. public may receive inferior products. There have even been cases of out-and-out fraud wherein consumers paid their money and never received any medication in return.
Illegal Pharmacies Cause Concern Online and Off
April 13th, 2006 5:22 pmThe Crisis: Consumers are currently facing a host of crises in the realm of prescription drugs. Not only have the prices in the U.S. risen to astronomical proportions, but even those people with the wherewithal to shop online pharmacies for discount medications run the risk of being swindled. The prevalence of illegal pharmacies or those that will sell medications with no prescription creates serious problems for patients. These illegal practices put your health and your livelihood at risk.
Over-the-Counter Medications Online
March 29th, 2006 6:30 pmThere is a lot of information on the internet about ordering prescription drugs from Canadian online pharmacies. Doing so can save the consumer quite a bit of money. These pharmacies offer more than just prescription drugs, however. The savvy online shopper should compare prices on over-the-counter medications, too. Many of the online pharmacies offer these medications at discount prices. There is also the added convenience of having the over-the-counter medications delivered directly to your door.
Are Generic Canadian drugs as Good as Brand Name Medications?
March 29th, 2006 6:02 pmThere is a lot of talk about the reliability of generic drugs when compared to their brand-name counterparts. Some people worry that they will not get the appropriate strength or that the medication will be inferior. These worries can be put to rest because generic Canadian drugs must meet the same exact specifications as the original patented medication. This ensures that the consumer is getting the appropriate drug in the correct dose. The cost difference between brand name drugs and their generic versions is amazing, and it really confuses a lot of people. The fact of the matter is that generic Canadian drugs are identical to the brand name drugs that preceded them.
There’s Got to Be a Better Way: Utilizing Online Canadian Pharmacies
March 28th, 2006 7:24 pmThe phenomenon of online pharmacies really began in the United States in 1999, and other countries quickly followed suit. The internet created a convenient way to order prescription medication without the need to drive to the drug store and wait in line, and Americans were thrilled. The advent of Canadian online pharmacies gave the U.S. citizens even more to appreciate, and a major controversy was sparked.
Medicare Part-D: Increases Canadian Pharmacy Use
March 28th, 2006 7:09 pmMedicare’s prescription drug plan, Part-D, has received a cold response, but it has increased the popularity of the Canadian pharmacy. What was touted as a groundbreaking plan has become a mess. The plan provides prescription drug coverage to Medicare recipients. Instead of being controlled directly through Medicare, the plans are offered via various private insurance companies. The resulting confusion has lead many Medicare patients to the Canadian pharmacy.
Generic Canadian Drugs Expand Market
March 28th, 2006 6:48 pmCanadians and Americans often use generic drugs to fill their prescriptions. Name brand drugs are known to cost much more than their generic counterparts. The rising cost of prescription drugs in America has lead many US citizens to seek generic Canadian drugs, which are sometimes up to 50 percent cheaper than American generic drugs. However, some people are leery of buying Canadian drugs, especially the generic brand. Canadians and Americans alike want to be sure Canadian generic drugs are effective and safe.
Rising Drug Costs Encourage Discount Pharmacy Use
March 28th, 2006 6:34 pmThose cost of US prescription drugs is rising at an alarming rate. Many people must choose between paying rent and getting the medication vital to saving their lives. American drug companies justify their high prices by saying the money goes into performing research and clinical studies. What is a patient to do if they can’t afford the medication they need? Use a discount pharmacy.
Canadian Pharmacies Benefit Some Medicare Patients
March 28th, 2006 6:24 pmMany Medicare patients are turning to the Canadian pharmacy industry to ease their prescription drug woes. The new Medicare Part D plan was supposed to save money, and discourage senior citizens from using Canadian pharmacies. However, Medicare’s Part D hasn’t fit the bill.
