Among the most popular services on the Internet today is none other than the ones offered by online pharmacies. These sites are generally developed to dispense or sell prescription medications such as drugs for pain and stiffness reliever of muscle spasms via the Internet. As of year 2000, the total number of websites that are authorized to cater the pharmaceutical needs of online consumers range from 300 to 400. Records show that almost half of these sites are based on the United States.
Setting aside the popularity of these websites, statistics provided by the National Association of Boards of Pharmacy shows that there are an estimated figure of 200 US-based online pharmacies that operate without requiring prescriptions from their clients. This only shows that despite the convenience and benefits that consumers can get from ordering and purchasing medications via the Internet, there are still some risks involved in such method of acquiring prescription drugs. Nevertheless, the decision on buying medications on the Internet still lies on the consumers. As long as they are cautious on which website to choose, they are sure to have a smooth experience in buying...