: The pharmacy must be licensed with a state board of pharmacy (for U.S. operations) or a recognized national regulatory body.

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: A licensed pharmacist should be available to answer patient questions.

To ensure an online pharmacy is safe and legal, the and NABP recommend verifying the following:

: Look for websites ending in .pharmacy , as this domain is restricted to accredited entities and cannot be easily forged. Safety Risks of Unauthorized Sellers

: The site must require a valid prescription from a licensed physician.