It is well known that you can reap many benefits when buying your medications online.
This has led to an increase in people turning to a Canadian Online Pharmacy for all their medications.
It’s also well known that to get medication, except OTC (over-the-counter), you need a prescription.
Sometimes the line between medications that require a prescription and don’t require one is blurry.
Read on to learn how to tell if you require a prescription, what to do if you don’t, and how to safely find an online pharmacy to buy your medications from.
OTC or prescription?
The main difference between OTC and prescription medications is the fact that you do not need a prescription for over the counter medications.
If you have serious health issues like blood pressure and risks or a history of heart attack or stroke, you should talk to a doctor before you take any medicine, OTC, or prescription.
Over the counter medications are generally used to treat minor issues like, headaches, pain, aches, sore throat, colds, fever, upset stomach, and runny or stuffy noses.
OTC medications are often cheaper than prescriptions.
Prescription medications can be used to treat minor or serious illnesses or diseases.
There are some medications you can get OTC or by prescription, like Tylenol, but the prescription ones have higher doses and are typically stronger with higher dosages.
You cannot buy any controlled medications like steroids or narcotics without a prescription for your own safety.
The medication that requires a doctor’s prescription are made that way to protect you from getting sicker, protect your health.
Getting a doctor’s prescription online
Getting a doctor’s prescription online is typically very easy with the help of telehealth.
It’s as simple as making an appointment, and going over your health chart, symptoms, and reason for the medication you are trying to get.
You should always disclose if you have heart or blood pressure issues, history of stroke or heart attack, and any other major health issues.
You can see a doctor online via telephone or video chat.
Sometimes the online doctor may ask to get the information of your other doctors so they can go over their diagnoses and better make a decision.
If the doctor determines that a prescription medication is necessary and safe for you to take, they will then write you a prescription.
Safely finding an online pharmacy.
When looking for a safe and legitimate online pharmacy, do your research.
Ask family, friends, and your doctor.
Search the internet for a Canadian Online Pharmacy.
Verify that they have a valid physical address, phone number, email address, and license.
Ensure that they have a licensed pharmacist onsite.
Shop around and compare prices to find the lowest prices.
Compare the genuine pill with the picture of the pills from the online pharmacy.
If you plan to have a telehealth doctor prescribe medication for you, ensure they have a valid license.
Do not order prescription medications from any online pharmacy who offers to give it to you without a prescription.
