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Information before you order

Find online pharmacy resources. Verify before you buy.

A safety-first directory for discovering online pharmacies, understanding prescription and OTC categories, and checking the signals that matter before sharing personal or payment information.

FDA Online Medicine Safety GuideList Pharmacy — $10
Safety firstNever assume an online pharmacy is legitimate because its website looks professional. Verify licensing, prescription requirements and pharmacist access before ordering.

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Prescription medicines and OTC medicines are different categories, while safe online pharmacy discovery also depends on licensing, pharmacist access, physical contact information and appropriate prescription requirements.

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Pharmacy licensing and online-dispensing rules can differ by country and jurisdiction. Start with a regional directory before evaluating an online provider.

Four checks before using an online pharmacy

FDA guidance says consumers should look for core safety signals when considering an online pharmacy, including prescription requirements, a physical address and phone number, a licensed pharmacist, and appropriate pharmacy licensing.

01 — Prescription
Prescription medicines should require appropriate authorization.
02 — Licensing
Verify the pharmacy through the relevant licensing authority.
03 — Pharmacist
Look for access to a licensed pharmacist for questions.