The Controlled Substances Act
The Controlled Substances Act (CSA) was enacted into law by the Congress of the United States as Title II of the Comprehensive Drug Abuse Prevention and Control Act of 1970.[1] The CSA is the federal U.S. drug policy under which the manufacture, importation, possession, use and distribution of certain substances is regulated. The Act also served as the national implementing legislation for the Single Convention on Narcotic Drugs.
The legislation created five Schedules (classifications), with varying qualifications for a substance to be included in each. Two federal agencies, the Drug Enforcement Administration and the Food and Drug Administration, determine which substances are added or removed from the various schedules, though the statute passed by Congress created the initial listing. Classification decisions are required to be made on criteria including potential for abuse (which is undefined by the CSA [1]), currently accepted medical use in treatment in the United States, and international treaties.
Online Pharmacies Are Convenient
When you buy medications online, you have easy access to pharmaceuticals, eliminating unnecessary trips to the doctor and pharmacy, and enabling you to buy medications online from your home. Buy medications online for convenience if you do not drive, live far away from a pharmacy, are disabled, or have conditions that prevent you from leaving your home.
Follow FDA Guide Lines
To avoid online pharmacies that operate illegally, the FDA provides the following guidelines to buy medications online:
1. Do not buy medications online from a pharmacy that offers prescription medication without a valid prescription.
2.Do not buy medications online that are not FDA approved.
3. Use sites that offer access to licensed professionals that are available to answer your questions.
4. Avoid sites that do not provide information about the company, including a phone number if you have any questions.
If you wish to buy medications online, follow these guidelines and visit a reputable website.
Be Safe
You can be sure that when you buy medications online, you receive the same quality medication that you would receive from your neighborhood drugstore. Some medications are considered controlled substances, and cannot be dispensed without a physical exam.
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