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Where Can I Buy Hydrocodone Online?
Many people may wonder, "Where can I buy hydrocodone online?" Whether you purchase this narcotic drug online or at a pharmacy, you must have a valid prescription. You can buy it online through a legitimate internet pharmacy that sells controlled substances (not all internet pharmacies do). If the pharmacy does not require a prescription, this is a huge warning flag that it is not legitimate.
Hydrocodone is an active ingredient in a number of different prescription pain and cough medications, all of which contain other active ingredients (such as acetaminophen) as well. It is a narcotic and is classified as a controlled substance in the United States. As such, it is subject to regulation by the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA). Because hydrocodone is a controlled substance, there are strict rules for obtaining it, and there are strict fines and penalties for using or trying to buy hydrocodone (online or otherwise) without a prescription.
There are numerous different illicit Web sites that offer hydrocodone medications without a prescription. However, it is not safe to use hydrocodone that has been bought without a prescription, for various reasons, such as:
- Hydrocodone is not considered safe for use without a healthcare provider's supervision. Some people should not take the drug for certain health reasons, and hydrocodone may interact with numerous other medications (see Hydrocodone Drug Interactions). Without the supervision of a healthcare provider, people may be more likely to suffer dangerous side effects or toxicities due to hydrocodone.
- Legitimate pharmacies will not sell hydrocodone without a prescription. Because you can be assured that you are getting the "real thing" (not a counterfeit or expired medication) only from a legitimate pharmacy, buying hydrocodone without a prescription increases your risk of getting a substandard or dangerous product. Some Web sites offer to provide a prescription for hydrocodone after a "consultation," usually consisting of a short questionnaire. This is not considered a legitimate prescription, and no legitimate pharmacy would fill such prescriptions.
- Needing to buy hydrocodone without a prescription is a good indication that you have a problem with hydrocodone addiction. This is a serious problem that could be life-threatening.
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Hydrocodone Medication Information
Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
Last reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD