Mar Oregon
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Can anyone tell me about refilling certain US prescriptions in Spain? I take 3 prescribed medications including an SSRI and an amphetamine. I am planning to bring enough to get me through my full pilgrimage. I also plan to bring written prescriptions if possible, just in case I misplace them. Believe me I’m not planning to let that happen. Anyway will pharmacies in Spain fill these prescriptions? I have heard the amphetamine could cause me problems. Anyone know or have experience?
Can anyone tell me about refilling certain US prescriptions in Spain? I take 3 prescribed medications including an SSRI and an amphetamine. I am planning to bring enough to get me through my full pilgrimage. I also plan to bring written prescriptions if possible, just in case I misplace them. Believe me I’m not planning to let that happen. Anyway will pharmacies in Spain fill these prescriptions? I have heard the amphetamine could cause me problems. Anyone know or have experience?
The posts in this thread recount several different ways that refills have been handled. This is indication enough that there are NO standard protocols which can be counted on, if one runs out of any medications which require a prescription.
Perhaps it’s something similar to taking poles in carry on baggage.
Some pharmacies have given me requested antibiotics and other medication without prescription while others will refuse.
Plan ahead if necessary.
@Mar Oregon, thank you for that deliciously succinct expositionWell I may be kidding but I ain’t lying. ADHD is a REAL disorder...
Ok Just Don’t lose the pills, don’t lose the pills. Don’t lose...oooh look.... Shiney.
Ha! That’s a good one. Don’t forget or misplace them. The amphetamine is for adult ADHD which for me manifests in forgetting and misplacing things among other issues.
I can just see it now...Have you seen my backpack? Hmm pretty sure I had shoes on when I arrived. What’s the name of that town I’m walking to again? I know it has a cathedral. Shoot! I was supposed to stop walking 2 KM ago. I would swear I put my passport in this pocket.
Well I may be kidding but I ain’t lying. ADHD is a REAL disorder and it can be debilitating and when untreated can lead to all kinds of bad situations and.... oops. Got distracted there.
Ok Just Don’t lose the pills, don’t lose the pills. Don’t lose...oooh look.... Shiney.
Hi O perachaThat was funny. Don't have any feedback on your original query but regarding forgetting stuff . . . Here's what works for me.
I don't leave anything out unless I am using it. So, the most I usually have out is my liner and sleeping bag and wet towel. Charger, if I'm charging my phone. Otherwise, everything stays in the pack. So, as soon as I have taken a shower, the toiletries go right back in the pack. I don't leave them out. I also have a set place for everything and always return it to the same spot. Even stuff that I have on me. The phone always goes in the same pocket, passport, etc. After a while it becomes a habit. It's a little anal but it works for me.
The posts in this thread recount several different ways that refills have been handled. This is indication enough that there are NO standard protocols which can be counted on, if one runs out of any medications which require a prescription.
Good ideaThat was funny. Don't have any feedback on your original query but regarding forgetting stuff . . . Here's what works for me.
I don't leave anything out unless I am using it. So, the most I usually have out is my liner and sleeping bag and wet towel. Charger, if I'm charging my phone. Otherwise, everything stays in the pack. So, as soon as I have taken a shower, the toiletries go right back in the pack. I don't leave them out. I also have a set place for everything and always return it to the same spot. Even stuff that I have on me. The phone always goes in the same pocket, passport, etc. After a while it becomes a habit. It's a little anal but it works for me.
As for the notion that you might 'misplace' your medication, especially the amphetamine, I can only suggest that would be a pretty serious lapse in your personal security arrangements for your medications. These are things about which I take special care.
... Most local Law Enforcement Officers are going to ask pointed questions when someone reports the loss of controlled drugs. ...
Hi O peracha
I have often thought, if I were ever asked how to improve in the human body, that I would suggest all babies be born with built in pockets. That way we could all practice organization from birth. However I would be the one with a bunch of used tissues or half a tuna sandwich shoved in there, or at the very least a Jolly Rancher covered in lint. Ok on second thought maybe natural pockets are not a great idea. But cheek pouches like a squirrel, now I could get behind that idea.
With no evidence to the contrary Mar Oregon is obviously a law abiding citizen. When he asks the Doctor / Pharmacist for replacements the Physician may be required by Law to report the incident himself.Which is a tiny bit illogical as the 'bad guys' certainly wouldn't report that kind of loss to law enforcement ;-)
BC SY
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