While at CVS, I came upon Humphrey's Bedwetting Pellets, which contain mercury (II) chloride. The pharmacist didn't have any thoughts beyond the customer service email form, which I have sent. This is 2013 in a national chain, so I'd think the product could get pulled from the shelf if only the right person read my email. (Hell, it's hard to buy a mercury thermometer now.) But what person is this? What job title? Thank you.
posted by skbw
on Jun 12, 2013 -
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Mail-order pills from a reputable overseas vendor (have seen them recommended in Ask) turned out to not contain any active ingredient according to a blood test. I switched meds when I found out, but am at a loss as to what to do beyond that.
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posted by tigrrrlily
on May 19, 2013 -
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So, working at BigBoxStore Pharmacy? ... as a cashier? Possible on-the-job training as a pharmacy tech. Need career advice!
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posted by anonymous
on Mar 7, 2013 -
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Doctor's office can't seem to call in refills correctly. These are time-sensitive meds (benzos and anti-depressants) that we shouldn't run out of. Asking for a new nurse didn't change anything. Help?
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posted by kpetrich
on Nov 20, 2012 -
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How can I get a prescription for generic Propecia (finasteride) without a lot of doctor's visits?
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posted by anonymous
on Sep 8, 2012 -
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Working as a pharmacy technician - can I negotiate better pay and more learning opportunities? And how would you phrase this to leave good relations in the future for employment reasons?
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posted by anonymous
on Jul 9, 2012 -
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I have finally decided on a career path, but am scared of the prospects described online in forums.
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posted by anonymous
on May 23, 2012 -
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Is there a commonly available equivalent of Nyquil in China? Something with same or similar active ingredients available at any of the huge local pharmacies.
posted by crawltopslow
on Jun 13, 2011 -
6 answers
A friend of mine went to fill a prescription for doxycycline for Lyme Disease. The pharmacist refused to give it to her unless she had a pregnancy test. Is this legal in New York State? If not what can be done about it?
posted by vim876
on Jun 8, 2011 -
25 answers
Can you really order prescription drugs online without a prescription (in the USA)?
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posted by ReWayne
on May 22, 2011 -
15 answers
I've met with my doctor about ED, I've seen him semi-annually for years, I have a prescription on auto refill--I just can't afford to pay for the refills from CVS or Walgreen's.
Is there a source to get generic Sildenafil Citrate (Viagra) online for a lower price from a reputable company?
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posted by anonymous
on Mar 7, 2011 -
7 answers
Where in NYC can I get photo books printed cheap and ASAP? Or any other quick ways of getting a nice-looking, bound book?
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posted by lovelygirl
on Dec 15, 2010 -
6 answers
Question about choosing a school at which to complete pharmacy school pre-reqs.
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posted by jayder
on Jul 27, 2010 -
3 answers
I am starting pharmacy school this August - would purchasing a tablet laptop help me become more efficient in school? Anyone with tablet experience have opinions?
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posted by anonymous
on Jul 13, 2010 -
5 answers
Can anyone recommend an online pharmacy that will deliver NHS prescriptions?
posted by nam3d
on Jun 22, 2010 -
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Help me find this online resource that gives local prices of prescription drugs.
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posted by Jenesta
on Jun 10, 2010 -
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My prescription drug costs are $700 every quarter. I'm looking for an online pharmacy (based in Canada) that will fill my prescription at a more reasonable cost. I have tried PharmacyRxWorld.com (based here in Toronto) but they won't sell to me, because I live in Canada!
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posted by HarrysDad
on May 6, 2010 -
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Why would a new CVS have to keep only the word "pharmacy" covered during construction?
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posted by _Mona_
on Mar 30, 2010 -
18 answers
YANML, of course, but what is the current legal status of importing legal prescription drugs to the U.S. from legitimate Canadian pharmacies?
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posted by jingzuo
on Jan 11, 2010 -
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I'm going to be in Canada next week. I was wondering if I could go into a local pharmacy with my written US prescriptions (non-controlled substances) and have them filled at Canada prices. Does anyone know? Pittfalls? (I'll be in Sherbrooke, if anyone ha recommendations.)
posted by soulbarn
on Dec 22, 2009 -
4 answers
When nobody seems to think there's a generic for a drug, and yet I can order it. Is this an online pharmacy scam?
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posted by lumpenprole
on Nov 20, 2009 -
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Logistically, what are some things I should be aware of when ordering from an online pharmacy (for delivery into the U.S.)?
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posted by anonymous
on Apr 20, 2009 -
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I'm looking for a strange medicinal herb which alleviates breathing problems from asthma, and sold at pharmacies circa 1970. Can you tell me what it could be? It came in a tin, like chewing tobacco. You opened it up and lighted the dried herb and it almost immediately made it possible to breath again. It had a sweet smell - not menthol-like, though. Sort of a dried-herb incense. Not terribly dissimilar to marijuana in appearance perhaps. It did not require a prescription, but you did ask the pharmacist for it. (I'm asking for a friend.) Anyone have a clue what this is?
posted by Dee Xtrovert
on Feb 27, 2009 -
7 answers
What's the real deal with offshore "no prescription needed" pharmacies? Which ones (if any) are legit?
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posted by anonymous
on Feb 1, 2009 -
27 answers
I know that when medicine expires or is no longer needed, the best way to dispose of it is to take it to a local pharmacy with a disposal program and hand it off to them to take care of it.
But that gets me to wondering - then what?
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posted by sandraregina
on Jan 26, 2009 -
12 answers
What is a good, reliable online Canadian pharmacy for Americans to purchase from? (Particularly interested in finding one with AcipHex.)
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posted by metalheart
on Dec 26, 2008 -
5 answers
What are some reputable American websites which will ship supplements internationally? More inside specifically regarding melatonin.
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posted by chrisbucks
on Aug 15, 2008 -
10 answers
My prescription is ourageous for brand name temazepam and my pharmacy doesn't offer any generics of it. Why would one pharmacy carry it and others not? Where can I find it.
posted by isopropyl
on May 20, 2008 -
4 answers
I am in Canada, looking to get provigil or modalert from an online pharmacy that delivers to Canada. Anyone know a reputable one?
posted by cascando
on May 15, 2008 -
5 answers
Why does it take 20 minutes for the pharmacy to fill my prescription, even when there's no other people in line? I assume they're doing
something, but what else is there besides putting my pills in a bottle?
posted by BuddhaInABucket
on Mar 29, 2008 -
18 answers
My pharmacy screwed up on my Xanax prescription, and I'm afraid they're going to hassle me for what might appear to be drug seeking behavior.
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posted by anonymous
on Jan 17, 2008 -
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Should I order Aricept from a Mexican pharmacy for my senile, old mother? The doc gave her a month's worth of free samples and, for the first time in years Mom seems much better. The thing is, at $165.00 per month the stuff is very pricey. I've found it on the web in Mexico for $125.00 per month. She's on a fixed income. I've pretty much exhausted avenues for additional aid. Would the feds show up at my door? Should I risk it?
posted by anonymous
on Jan 10, 2008 -
17 answers
Why does Wellbutrin cause weight loss? Even my doctor doesn't seem to know for sure. Are there unproven medical hypotheses or studies amongst doctors or pharmacists or anyone else that lean towards an as-yet-unofficial answer? (Feel free to get technical. If I don't understand, I'll Google.)
posted by WCityMike
on Jul 20, 2007 -
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