FAQ
Q1: DO I NEED A
PRESCRIPTION?
Q2: IS GLOBALDRUGSDIRECT.COM A CANADIAN PHARMACY?
Q3: WHY IS THERE A SHIPPING CHARGE IF THE MEDICATIONS ARE
SENT OUT THROUGH REGULAR MAIL? ARE THERE OTHER HIDDEN FEES?
Q4: WHO ARE THE MANUFACTURES OF GENERIC DRUGS?
Q5: WHY DOES CANADA HAVE GENERIC VERSIONS OF MEDICATION(S)
AND THAT ARE NOT AVAILABLE IN OTHER COUNTRIES?
Q6: ARE GENERIC DRUGS SAFE?
Q7: WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN BRAND AND GENERIC
DRUGS?
Q8: CAN I RETURN MY MEDICATION IF I NO LONGER NEED THEM?
Q9: WHERE ARE MY MEDICATIONS COMING FROM, AND WHY DO YOUR
MEDICATIONS COME FROM OTHER COUNTRIES?
Q10: HOW LONG IS DELIVERY TIME?
Q11: WHY ARE MEDICATIONS CHEAP IN CANADA?
Q12: WHY CAN'T I ORDER MORE THAN A THREE MONTH SUPPLY?
Q13: WHAT IS THE MAXIMUM AMOUNT OF MEDICATION THAT I CAN
ORDER?
Q14: ARE THE MEDICATIONS/PRODUCTS OF THE SAME QUALITY AND
FROM THE SAME MANUFACTURERS?
Q15: DO YOU DEAL WITH INSURANCE COMPANIES?
Q16: HOW CAN I PAY FOR MY ORDER?
Q17: ARE THERE ANY LIMITS ON THE TYPE OF PRESCRIPTIONS I
CAN HAVE FILLED?
Q18: WHAT IF I FIND A LOWER PRICED MEDICATION ON ANOTHER
MAIL ORDER PHARMACY'S SITE?
GLOBALDRUGSDIRECT.COM ANSWERS
Q1:
DO I NEED A PRESCRIPTION?
A: Yes. Like
your local pharmacy, GlobalDrugsDirect.com requires a valid prescription
written by a licensed physician, in order for us to dispense your prescription
medications. When ordering from us please fax us a copy of your medical
practitioner's prescription to our toll free fax 1-866-912-3784. All
prescription medications are clearly marked by
. Over-the-counter products do not require a prescription and are
indicated by
.
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Q2:
IS GLOBALDRUGSDIRECT.COM A CANADIAN PHARMACY?
A: We are a Canadian company that works with licensed
pharmacies. Our services give you access to licensed pharmacies around the
world offering you the discount prices for your prescription and
non-prescription needs, by eliminating the risks of fraudulent transactions
from occurring.
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Q3:
WHY IS THERE A SHIPPING CHARGE IF THE MEDICATIONS ARE SENT OUT THROUGH REGULAR
MAIL? ARE THERE OTHER HIDDEN FEES?
A: FedEx will not allow medications to be shipped through their
service. However, United States Postal Service allows medications to be shipped
that is why regular postal service is used and why there is a shipping charge.
For other companies that offer free shipping, the cost of shipping is factored
into their drug prices. There are no hidden charges or membership fees. The
only costs you pay are: the price of your medication (as seen on the
website), our $10 shipping fee.
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Q4:
WHO ARE THE MANUFACTURES OF GENERIC DRUGS?
A: Apotex Inc., Novopharm Limited, Cobalt
Pharmaceuticals Inc. and Rhoxalpharma are some of the manufactures of generic
drugs. Click here to learn more information on generic
manufactures.
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Q5:
WHY DOES CANADA HAVE GENERIC VERSIONS OF MEDICATION(S) AND THAT ARE NOT
AVAILABLE IN OTHER COUNTRIES?
A: Due to differences in patent laws, Canada produces generic versions
of brand name drugs at a quicker rate than other countries. Approval of generic
medication is encouraged by the government in Canada in order to provide
Canadians with access to lower cost medications.
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Q6:
ARE GENERIC DRUGS SAFE?
A: Yes! Generic drugs are just as safe and effective as brand name
products are. Generic drugs available in Canada go through a rigorous
regulatory and approval process ensuring efficacy.
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Q7:
WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN BRAND AND GENERIC DRUGS?
A: Brand and generic drugs are chemically and therapeutically the
same. They have the same chemical ingredients and work in the same way as brand
name drugs. Generic drugs are low-cost versions of brand name drugs that are
produced by several manufactures once the patents expire on brand name
versions. The biggest difference between generic and brand drugs is the price.
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Q8:
CAN I RETURN MY MEDICATION IF I NO LONGER NEED THEM?
A: Because we work in conjunction with licensed pharmacies to protect
the safety of you and other parties involved once a prescription and
non-prescription products have been dispensed it cannot be retuned for any
reason.
. Under the pharmaceutical law prescription drugs are not returnable. All sales
are final. The B.C. College of Pharmacists states that once a medication has
left the pharmacy, it cannot be returned for any reason - Bylaw 5 (33.
subsection 1) So before ordering (completing your order) please consult with
your physician regarding your medication.
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Q9:
WHERE ARE MY MEDICATIONS COMING FROM, AND WHY DO YOUR MEDICATIONS COME FROM
OTHER COUNTRIES?
A: We dispense medications/products from licensed pharmacies in
Canada, UK, New Zealand, Australia, and Germany We only source from licensed
pharmacies that meet the highest standards of safety and service. By accessing
pharmacies from these different countries, we ensure that you receive reliable,
safe, and affordable supply for your medications. Internationally,
manufacturers may have different names for the same medications. that However,
the active chemical ingredients and therapeutic actions of the medications are
exactly the same.
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Q10:
HOW LONG IS DELIVERY TIME?
A: For products coming out of Canada the delivery time is 8 to 12
business days. For all international orders the delivery time is 10 to 15
business days.
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Q11:
WHY ARE MEDICATIONS CHEAP IN CANADA?
A: The Canadian government regulates the cost of prescription drugs,
keeping prices low. The Canadian government also allows generic drug companies
to manufacture generic equivalents sooner than other countries. The Canadian
Dollar is weak in comparison to other international currencies.
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Q12: WHY CAN'T I ORDER MORE THAN A THREE MONTH SUPPLY?
A: Our guidelines only allow for a three month supply to be dispensed for
personal use at one time. Exceptions to this 3 month guideline are made when
package size(s) dictate that you receive a different amount of supply. This is
to ensure that your medication is dispensed safely in accordance with original
manufacturer package size(s).
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Q13:
WHAT IS THE MAXIMUM AMOUNT OF MEDICATION THAT I CAN ORDER?
A: According to the regulations you are allowed to order three (3) months worth
of personal prescription medication. You are free to order the maximum quantity
provided on our website for all Over the Counter medication.
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