FDA's Stance On Online Pharmacies May Go Too Far, Study Says : Shots - Health Blog : NPR

FDA's Stance On Online Pharmacies May Go Too Far, Study Says : Shots - Health Blog : NPR:

"The Food and Drug Administration has warned people about the many dangers of buying medications from foreign pharmacies over the Internet. While some sites might offer high-quality medicines, there are plenty that sell bogus and potentially dangerous products.

But a recent economic analysis suggests that while there's good reason for the safety warnings, the FDA's stance on the matter might go too far. Many Americans don't fill their prescriptions because they can't afford to, the study says, and some legitimate foreign pharmacies may offer medicines at prices lower than those of verified U.S. suppliers."

. . . "In light of this," the researchers asked, "we wonder whether a blanket warning against foreign websites has limited price competition between U.S. and foreign websites, and whether a more open and educational policy could make better use of the existing verification services for consumer savings in authentic drugs."

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Do Not Send Money to FDA Impersonators

Updated June 1, 2023

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FDA warns of extortion scam by agency impersonators

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It's the latest scam. Someone calls you up, says they're from the FDA (as special agents), and tells you to send money for medications to the Dominican Republic. Don't do it, says this Post Chronicle news article, "FDA Issues Warning About FDA Impersonators." Reportedly, the callers have a Hispanic accent. Once you take the bait, you don't receive any medications, then they threaten to fine you if you don't send a ton of money.

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