What you must know before placing your order

Reading this article will take you just a few minutes but will save you a great deal of time and money…..

……. You will learn about the various types of online pharmacies, their positive aspects and distinctions, and what you should specifically pay attention to in order to make the most well informed decision about buying medication online…………..

Contents: ROPs || NROPs || Delivery || Shipping Geography || Payment Types || Pitfalls and precautions

Introduction

Before purchasing medication online, we recommend that you investigate the source. Once you have found an online pharmacy through which you would like to purchase your medications, make sure to learn as much as possible about the company. There are vast differences between online pharmacies which can weigh heavily on your choice. Remember that the price offered should not be the deciding factor in choosing the best online pharmacy. Below we list certain features that may vary from one pharmacy to another.

ROPs (record online pharmacies)

Some online pharmacies require your medical records or a prescription issued by your doctor. If you are unable to provide required documentation, your order will not be processed. If you do have access to your medical records and/or your prescription, it is usually more beneficial to go with an ROP because you will typically find faster, better quality service. The medications sold through ROPs are also generally cheaper than those from online pharmacies that do not require prior prescriptions.

NROPs (no record online pharmacies)

It’s the most popular and commonly used type of online pharmacy. Not only are NROPs the most widely frequented kind of online pharmacy, we also recommend them. In Fact, all of the pharmacies in our white list are NROPs. To place an order with an NROP, you usually have to fill out an online medical questionnaire, which is then examined by the certified on-board or external pharmacist (licensed physician). Based on the results of this review, you are issued a prescription and your order gets shipped.

The speed of Delivery

The processing and delivery time depends on three factors:

1. how quickly your payment is processed
2. how fast your order is reviewed and filled by the online pharmacist
3. which delivery method the online pharmacy uses

The most popular payment methods, such as credit cards, are processed instantaneously. Meanwhile, some payment methods (e.g. e-check) require up to five business days for authorization and approval. If you pay by those methods, first your order will be reviewed by a doctor and, once it is filled, the payment will be processed before being shipped.

The fastest and most reliable delivery method is a courier service like FedEx, UPS or DHL. Once your order has been shipped, you will receive a tracking number to trace the status of your shipment. The package is delivered right to your door within a few days of placing your order. This delivery method is usually available with US-based online pharmacies, like Pills Courier. Though, some International online pharmacies, like MtRapidRx, also provide courier service. Another commonly used delivery option is registered Airmail. International and Canadian online pharmacies tend to offer this shipping option. This method is a bit more time consuming, about 10-14 business days on average. You order gets delivered to you by mail (USPS or EMS). On the plus side, you can often order medications from international online pharmacies with a significantly discounted price compared to US-based pharmacies. An examples of this type of pharmacies are Simple OP and PillSmile. Choosing the right online pharmacy for you is a personal matter. Think about what you prefer to save more of: time or money.

Shipping geography

It is not unusual to find that the medication you desire is regulated in your country or state. Federal and state laws govern which medications can be bought and sold online in specific areas. Before ordering any medication online, you should acquaint yourself with these rules and regulations and be aware that your preferred online pharmacy may not ship the medication to your location. Usually this information is clearly stated on the order form. Pay close attention to this.

Payment methods

Payment methods are slightly different for each online pharmacy. As a customer, you should concern yourself with the level of protection provided by each online pharmacy. In a world where identity theft is growing more and more common, a highly secure online payment system is key, particularly when ordering medications online.

The best payment method to keep your personal information secure is COD (cash on delivery). You give your money to the courier who delivers your order. Paying by COD is not currently available through all online pharmacies due to government regulation.

Paying by credit card is also quite safe and convenient. Make sure that the web page where you enter your credit card information has https:// prefix in an URL, which meant that the page is secure (unless your browser informs you on the invalid or outdated security certificate) If you ever suspect your credit card has been used fraudulently by a business or individual, call your bank immediately.

The least convenient and protected method of payment is by money order. Only send a money order if you are 100% sure that the business you are ordering from is trustworthy.

Pitfalls and precautions

While there are thousands of online pharmacies out there, only a limited few are truly reputable and honest. Fake medications, company policies not followed, hidden charges and lack of customer service are some of the issues you should beware of. Thus, the wisest choice is to order from an online pharmacy that you know you can trust. For example, the online pharmacy that one of your friends successfully used. To help, we have created a basic checklist to run through before ordering from an online pharmacy.

1. The Online pharmacy should contain contact details or a contact form. Try to contact the company before placing an order. You can ask any question, for instance, about their shipping terms. If your question goes unanswered or answered with a form letter, think long and hard about whether it’s worth it to order from this site
2. It is a good sign if the site contains a contact phone number. Call and, if no one answers or answers, but is unprofessional, avoid that pharmacy altogether.
3. The site should contain precise shipping and delivery information.
4. 4. The order form on the site should be secure. Click the “Order” link on the site and navigate to the order form. Look for a padlock in the status bar at the bottom of the browser window, a URL that begins https://, or the words “Secure Sockets Layer (SSL).” These signs indicate that no one but you and the merchant will be able to see your payment information.
5. 5. Try to find feedback on the web from current and former customers about the pharmacy. Use Google for that.
6. It would be useful to search for reports about the pharmacy in forums and consumer groups. Often, customers who had disappointing experiences with online pharmacies write reviews online. You can find those reports by searching for the business or site name of the online pharmacy on the internet. Keep in mind that no company ever has a 100% customer satisfaction rating. There are bound to be at least a couple negative comments for every online pharmacy. People tend to share negative experiences more often than positive ones. So, use the reports properly and determine whether the negative reports are worth paying attention to or not.

We wish you great health and good luck in your exploration of online pharmacies!