The push to legalize the importation of prescription medications from Canada has been a dominant headline in the newspapers over the last several years. Stories of how the elderly load up on buses and go north to save money are heard all too often. But are those seniors actually criminals for purchasing their medications in Canada?
If the government [...]
Entries from November 2006
Why the ban on Canadian drug imports is not enforced against individuals
November 15th, 2006 · 1 Comment
Tags: Big Pharma · Canadian drugs · FDA · Prescription drugs
Let’s put an end to concerns about the safety of licensed Canadian pharmacies
November 14th, 2006 · No Comments
While it is well-known that prescription medications from Canada are less expensive than the same drugs in the U.S., many consumers have concerns about the safety of Canadian drug imports. But is there any real reason for consumers to fear purchasing medications from licensed Canadian pharmacies?
The fact is, drugs purchased from licensed Canadian pharmacies generally come from the same U.S. drug [...]
Tags: Canadian drugs · Low-cost drugs · Online pharmacies · Prescription drugs · eDrugSearch.com
Why the FDA is against Canadian imports — separating myth from reality
November 13th, 2006 · 2 Comments
The FDA was created to serve the American public by assuring that our food and drugs are safe. In recent decades, however, the FDA has focused less on public health and more on protecting drug-company profits. That’s the real reason the Bush Administration and the FDA oppose medication imports from Canada. Let’s look at some of [...]
Tags: Big Pharma · Canadian drugs · FDA · Online pharmacies · Pharmaceutical companies · Prescription drugs
U.S. municipal governments are increasingly importing Canadian drugs for their employees
November 8th, 2006 · 2 Comments
Earlier this year, Boston joined the growing number of cities that have turned to Canada in search of more affordable prescription medications. Mayor Thomas M. Menino implemented a plan that is expected to save the city of Boston over $1 million over the next year by importing prescription medications for city workers and retirees. City council member Felix [...]
Tags: Big Pharma · Canadian drugs · Online pharmacies · Prescription drugs
State-sponsored Web sites for ordering imported drugs
November 7th, 2006 · 2 Comments
Due to unchecked increases in prescription drug costs, the governors and legislatures of many states now advocate importing prescription medications from Canada. Several states have even started Web sites for their citizens to order from approved Canadian pharmacies. These states include:
1. Illinois
Gov. Rod Blagojevich (D) has been a leading advocate of legalizing prescription medications from [...]
Tags: Canadian drugs · Online pharmacies · Prescription drugs · eDrugSearch.com
Welcome to the eDrugSearch.com Blog
November 6th, 2006 · 2 Comments
Today is the day! The eDrugSearch.com beta period has begun.
If you are a healthcare professional, consumer advocate or member of the media and are interested in participating in our beta, you can simply go to our registration page and get started. We encourage you to contact us to let us know that you’ve [...]
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