Indian prescription in America
I live in India, and I have an anaphylactic allergy to bees. I have been advised to take Epipen epinephrine injections after being stung, but Epipens are not sold in India. Next month I am flying to New York, where Epipens are available for sale.
Can I get a prescription for Epipens filled out by my doctor in India, and use that prescription in a pharmacy in New York to buy them?
Additional details: I have a B2 class ten-year US visa and my doctor is registered and recognised worldwide.
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Can I use Indian prescription in USA?
Q: Can a foreign traveler get a prescription filled when visiting the U.S.? A: If you're traveling to the United States from another country and need a prescription filled, you should visit a health care provider. Very few pharmacies can fill a foreign prescription, and this is determined on a state-by-state basis.Can I use a foreign prescription in the US?
It's a legal issue, foreign prescriptions are not recognized in the US. All prescriptions has to be on official prescription forms now with sequence number.Can I get a prescription filled in another country?
Even if you're prepared with a copy of your prescription and the money to pay for the drugs, many countries do not permit pharmacies to fill prescriptions that originate outside their country. One solution is to see a local doctor to explain your medical condition to get a new prescription that can be filled locally.Under the Counter - India's Pharmaceutical Industry
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