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Shipping Prescription Medications: Legal Guide

Understand legal requirements for shipping prescription drugs.

January 9, 20261 min read20 views
Shipping Prescription Medications: Legal Guide

Shipping Prescription Medications

Strict regulations for prescription drug shipping.

Who Can Ship

ShipperStatus
Licensed pharmaciesAllowed
Individuals (personal meds)Limited
Unlicensed sellersIllegal

USPS Requirements

RequirementDetail
Mailed by pharmacyRequired
Proper labelingPrescription info
Controlled substancesDEA registration
Non-narcoticFewer restrictions

Personal Medication

Mailing your own medication:

  • Must be properly labeled
  • Original pharmacy container
  • Reasonable quantity
  • Declared if asked

Prohibited

CategoryStatus
Controlled substancesLicensed only
Schedule II drugsStrict controls
International (most)Prohibited
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