How to Buy Medicine Online Sensibly

Generics contain the same active ingredient as the original brands and usually cost much less. That is why more people now buy generic medicine online, from eye drops such as bimatoprost to weight loss capsules such as orlistat. A few simple checks goes a long way.

First, the prescription: a valid prescription is required for every order of a prescription medicine. A sensible supplier will ask for it. Be wary of any website that skips this step.

Then check the product: the active ingredient, the strength and the pack size should be easy to find. Generic packs often look different from the brand you know, and that is normal.

To read a fuller guide, this guide walks through each generic drugs online step.

A few examples: bimatoprost eye drops are used once a day in the evening, and you should leave five minutes between different drops. Orlistat 120 mg is taken with meals that contain fat and works best with a reduced-fat diet, plus a multivitamin at bedtime.

On delivery, compare the pack with your prescription and keep the leaflet. Let your doctor know which product you are taking.

More tips are in this guide.

This article is for general information only. Always check with your doctor before starting a new medicine.