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To: goodnesswins
Why can’t prescriptions be stockpiled?

The doctor won't prescribe more than 30 days.

24 posted on 10/15/2012 11:31:03 AM PDT by MileHi ( "It's coming down to patriots vs the politicians." - ovrtaxt)
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To: MileHi

“The doctor won’t prescribe more than 30 days”

My doctor prescribes by courses and usually my pharmacist asks do I want them all at once or just 1 box/bottle at a time. BTW, I’ve found usually most pills are only good for 2 years


27 posted on 10/15/2012 12:01:36 PM PDT by bjorn14 (Woe to those who call good evil and evil good. Isaiah 5:20)
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To: MileHi

There’s a way around that...talk to your doctor, tell them you need an emergency supply....unless of course you are using a PAIN KILLER or something like that, they will likely comply.


32 posted on 10/15/2012 1:07:48 PM PDT by goodnesswins (What has happened to America?)
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To: MileHi

I would think if you have a long term need, the Doc would be willing to give more. In my case ninety days worth are prescribed, with three refills, which is nine months worth, and with the date for reorder or refill giving probably 30 days leeway you can store ahead over time. I have not done so, but it has certainly crossed my mind.

Probably best to talk with a local pharmacist on the storage properties of the various drugs prescribed, and how best to maintain their potency in a storage situation.


58 posted on 10/16/2012 6:03:45 AM PDT by wita
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