medication accessibility Archives

How US Prescription Policies Favor Profits Over Patient Care

Brian RogersJune 6, 20240175 views

In the U.S., the process of obtaining medications involves doctor visits, high costs, and limited accessibility, leading to lower customer satisfaction. Other countries with broad over-the-counter (OTC) availability enjoy higher customer satisfaction and easier access to medications. This article compares customer satisfaction, health outcomes, and economic impact between the U.S. and other countries, highlighting the need for the U.S. to consider a hybrid model that balances regulation with accessibility, and explores the potential benefits of allowing verified online pharmacies from India to ship medications to the U.S.

Assessing the Impact of Regulatory Overreach: The FDA and U.S. Customs on Online Pharmacy Orders

Brian RogersMay 29, 20240112 views

The U.S. government, through agencies like the FDA and CBP, plays a crucial role in ensuring drug safety and regulating the entry of goods into the country. While these agencies aim to protect public health, their extensive regulatory reach often causes delays and increased costs, particularly impacting the availability of affordable medications through online pharmacies. This article examines how overregulation by the FDA and stringent enforcement by CBP can hinder access to essential medications, highlighting the need for streamlined processes and policy reforms to better serve the public interest.