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Can I safely order medicines online without a prescription from an online doctor?

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Can I safely order medicines online without a prescription from an online doctor?

You cannot get prescription medicines without a prescription. A legal medicine supplier will never give you prescribed medicines if you do not have a prescription from a doctor. Doctor online also prescribe you medicines if they meet certain conditions. 

When can doctors prescribe medicines online?

An online doctor can only prescribe you prescribed medicine online if the doctor:

  • - has a treatment relationship with you.
  • - knows your medication history 
  • - has access to your medical records, which are up to date.

The doctor needs to meet all above conditions to make a correct diagnosis of a medical problem. If they do not, they are not allowed to prescribe you medicines online through a doctor app

Prescribed medicines that you get from your doctor and pharmacy are safe. In the Netherlands, only they are allowed to prescribe and supply prescription drugs. They will also tell you how you should use medicine. 

Your family doctor and pharmacy provide the care you need:

Your family doctor and pharmacy are your point of contact for advice on medical matters. They will also check you for any side-effects.

The pharmacist checks that the prescribed medicines are safe for you to take, and whether they will have the desired effect. The pharmacist also advises you on how to use the medicine, and tells you what other effects they may have.

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