Generics contain the same active ingredient as the brand-name versions and usually cost much less. For that reason, more people now buy generic medicine online, from eye drops such as bimatoprost to weight loss capsules such as orlistat. A little care goes a long way.
Step one: a valid prescription is required for every order of a prescription medicine. A sensible supplier will ask for it. Avoid any website that does not ask for one.
Then check the product: the active ingredient, the strength and the pack size should be clearly listed. Generic packs often look different from the brand you know, and that is normal.
If website you want more detail, this guide explains what to look for.
Some common examples: bimatoprost eye drops are used once a day in the evening, and you should wait five minutes between different drops. Orlistat 120 mg is taken with meals that contain fat and works best with a reduced-fat diet, plus a multivitamin at bedtime.
Once your order comes, compare the pack with your prescription and read the patient leaflet. Let your doctor know which product you are taking.
More tips are in this article.
This article is for general information only. Always check with your doctor before starting a new medicine.