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ONLINE PHARMACY AWARENESS

 The Internet has changed the way we live, work and shop. The growth of the Internet has made it possible to compare prices and buy products without ever leaving home. But when it comes to buying medicine online, it is important to be very careful. Some Web sites sell medicine that may not be safe to use and could put your pet's health at risk.

Some Web sites that sell medicine:

• aren’t U.S. state-licensed pharmacies or pharmacies at all
• may give a diagnosis that is not correct and sell medicine that is not right for you or your condition
• won’t protect your personal information 

Some medicines sold online:

• are fake (counterfeit or “copycat” medicines)
• are too strong or too weak
• have dangerous ingredients
• have expired (are out-of-date)
• aren’t FDA-approved (haven't been checked for safety and effectiveness)
• aren’t made using safe standards
• aren’t safe to use with other medicine or products you use
• aren’t labeled, stored, or shipped correctly  

MEET AND TALK WITH YOUR VETERINARIAN

• Talk with your Veterinarian and have a physical exam before you get any new medicine for the first time.
• Use ONLY medicine that has been prescribed by your Veterinarian who is licensed in the U.S. to write prescriptions for medicine.
• Ask your Veterinarian  if there are any special steps you need to take to fill your prescription.