Posted by JohnL on August 27, 2000, at 5:35:47
In reply to Importing meds into Canada, posted by MichaelF on August 27, 2000, at 0:29:55
> Does anyone have any info on what the rules and regulations are concerning importing meds into Canada from overseas?
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> I am interested in meds that are not available in Canada, such as Amisulpride.
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> Any insight would be greatly appreciated.
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> MichaelFSince I live in the USA I am not familiar with importing into Canada. However, what you could do is contact your potential supplier directly and ask them. You could try calling them, or email. They will likely know what they can and cannot do, and what the differences are from one country to another. You could try calling Canadian Customs as well to see what they say. I suspect importing Amisulpride would pose no problems, since it is not abusable, not a controlled substance, and not an illegal drug. But I don't know for sure. In your shoes I would have to scout around and ask.
I hope you can get it. Amisulpride is a wonderful medication for a variety of psychiatric conditions such as depression, schizophrenia, social anxiety, and more. Very few, if any, side effects. Even if there was a possible gliche in it getting by Customs (I don't think there is, but maybe) there's still a decent chance it will get through. They simply don't have the manpower to check every single package with a fine tooth comb.
But I could be wrong. Maybe it's a big No-NO to import a med unapproved in Canada. I don't know. Since Amisulpride is common in France, I would hope and think it would be OK in Canada.
CamW is from Canada and very knowledgeable. I bet he would know. Hopefully he will respond. If he doesn't, you might want to re-post your question again and specify his name in the title. In the meantime, try contacting the supplier and try calling Customs.
One more thing. Sometimes suppliers will package your medication 'discreetly' at your request, and sometimes for an extra fee. They'll maybe ship it in an envelope instead of a box, or even in several different envelopes. You might want to ask your potential supplier if discreet shipping is available.
John
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