How can I get less expensive generic drugs?
Can the pharmacy mail medications to the United States?
Yes. Customs has the discretionary power to allow a 90-day supply with a 90-day refill. There are no restrictions on the number of Canadian prescriptions you order.[mailing details]
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How much does it cost to have my Canadian prescription drugs mailed to me?
There is a $9.95 US shipping fee per patient (Additional charges may apply for overweight packages. Cold pack items are $15.95 US). All prescriptions will be authorized for a 1 year period, if indicated by the physician and will be honoured from the date on the prescription form. All Canadian prescription drug prices include prescribing fee and pharmacy dispensing fee.
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Why are prescription drug prices so low?
The Canadian government limits how much pharmaceutical manufacturers can charge for brand- name drugs when they are approved and caps subsequent price increases. Check Canadian Prescription Prices
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How much money will I save?
Most patients save 30-70% on their Canadian prescription drugs, which can be hundreds of dollars per visit.
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Are Canadian drugs the same as what I get from my local pharmacy?
Yes. Some Canadian prescription drugs have different brand names. Generic medications are the same as brand names but tend to be much cheaper. If your medication is not available or is available only in a different form, we will notify you or your doctor ahead of time.
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If I don't see my prescription medication on your price list, does that mean you don't carry it?
No. The pharmacy carries a much broader selection of Canadian prescription drugs than those listed. If you don't see the drug you are looking for please call our office 1-866-643-2762.
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How long will it take for me to receive my prescriptions by mail?
Please allow 2 weeks for delivery of your prescription drugs from Canada.
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What is your return policy?
The B.C. College of Pharmacists states that once a prescription drug has left the Canadian pharmacy, it cannot be returned for any reason - Bylaw 5 (33. subsection 1)
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What happens if I cancel my order?
If the consultation from Purely Canadian Drugs has been done there will be a $20 US cancellation fee.
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Is Purely Canadian Drugs a pharmacy?
No. Purely Canadian Drugs is a pharmacy intermediary.
Your prescription is filled at one of our associated CIPA-certified pharmacies by a professionally registered pharmacist with a Canadian license and mailed to your home.
Prescriptions dispensed by Coastal Canada Pharmacy
Suite #196, 7231 - 120th Street
Delta, B.C., V4C 6P5
Licensed in British Columbia by The College of Pharmacists of British Columbia
Pharmacy Manager License # X23
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What do you accept for payments?
Purely Canadian Drugs accepts Visa, Mastercard, international money orders, and bank certified cheques.
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Do you require a prescription?
Once you have placed your order either by phone, fax, or online, we require a copy of your original prescription. We can obtain your original prescription by either you mailing it to us at Suite #196, 7231 - 120th Street Delta, B.C., V4C 6P5 Canada or alternatively our staff can request your physician to fax a copy directly from their office to ours.
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Do you dispense controlled substances?
No. We will not dispense any controlled substance for any reason.
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Do you have any ordering requirements?
All orders for Canadian prescription drugs must be accompanied by an original, valid prescription issued by the patient's primary consulting physician. If the patient is under 18 years of age, the order form must be co-signed by the patient's legal guardian.
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Do I have to order by credit card?
No. Although paying by credit card is the most convenient payment method, some patients do pay by money order. It should be noted that as a security measure, Purely Canadian Drugs does not keep your credit card information on file. This information is deleted from our system after every transaction.
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What are generic drugs?
Generic drugs are identical to or the "bio-equivalent" of a brand-name drug in dosage form, safety, strength, quality, how it is taken, performance and intended use.
It is recommended to use one formulation of a brand or generic drug consistently to achieve the best results. This is particularly true for cardiovascular drugs, antimicrobials, proton-pump inhibitors, levothyroxine (ie. Synthroid), & antiepileptic drugs (ie. Topamax, Lamictal).
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Are generic drugs as safe as brand-name drugs?
Absolutely. Both brand-name and generic drug facilities meet the same standards of good manufacturing practices. In fact, an estimated 50% of generic drug production actually comes from brand-name companies. These companies frequently make copies of their own or other brand- name prescription drugs, but sell them as generics.
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Are generic drugs as effective as brand-name drugs?
Essentially, yes. 98% of people who take generic drugs experience positive results.
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Why do generic drugs look different than their brand-name counterpart?
US trademark laws do not allow a generic drug to look exactly like the brand-name drug. However, while colors, flavors and other inactive ingredients may be different, the drug must duplicate the active ingredient.
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Why are generic drugs less expensive?
New brand-name drugs are developed under a patent, giving the company the sole right to sell the drug during the patent period. During this time, a drug company charges more for a brand- name drug to recover the costs of developing the drug, which also includes research, marketing and promotion. When the patent expires, other manufacturers can begin to produce and sell generic versions of the brand-name drug.
Because these manufacturers don't have the same research and development costs, they can afford to sell their product at substantial discounts. Also, with more products in the market, there is more competition, which keeps the prices down.
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Is there a generic drug for all brand-name drugs?
No. Currently only half the drugs on the market are available in generic form. The other half are protected under patents, allowing only one company to produce them.
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How can I get less expensive generic drugs?
Talk to your doctor or pharmacist. Ask for prescriptions for generic drugs whenever possible.
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What do I need to purchase products containing pseudoephedrine?
Purely Canadian Drugs requires a valid prescription for products containing pseudoephedrine.
Purely Canadian Drugs requires a clear copy (by fax, mail, or email) of one piece of government issued photo-identification for each customer ordering products containing pseudoephedrine.
Purely Canadian Drugs customers cannot purchase more than 7.5 grams of pseudoephedrine per month unless the customer’s physician has provided a prescription authorizing a greater quantity. (90 day supply maximum)
