Ordering medication online can save you a remarkable amount of money — generics from international pharmacies routinely cost 60–80% less than local brand prices. But the savings only matter if the medicine is genuine and your data is safe. Here is the practical checklist we recommend to every first-time buyer, whether you order from us or anywhere else.
1. Check that the pharmacy is contactable
A legitimate operation tells you who they are and how to reach them. Before ordering anything, find the site’s phone number and email address and confirm they work. (Ours are on every page: +91 74000 61921 and info@internationalpharmacymart.com — and our contact page answers within 24 hours.) No contact page, or a contact form that goes nowhere, is the single biggest red flag in this industry.
2. Read the shipping and refund policies before you pay
Serious pharmacies publish exactly what shipping costs, how long delivery takes to your region, and what happens if a parcel is lost or seized. Vague or missing policies usually predict vague or missing parcels. You can review our shipping policy and refund policy in two minutes.
3. Confirm the site uses secure checkout
The address bar should show https:// with a valid padlock on every page where you enter information — not just the homepage. Modern browsers warn you on insecure forms; never ignore that warning when payment or health details are involved.
4. Expect real product information
Genuine sellers list each medication’s generic name, the brand it is equivalent to, the strength, and the form — and show how pricing changes by pack size. If a site can’t tell you what the active ingredient is, it shouldn’t be selling it. Compare how a listing like Sildenafil 100mg (generic Viagra) spells out strength, pack tiers and per-pill cost.
5. Be realistic about prices
Generics are dramatically cheaper than brands for structural reasons — no research costs to recoup, many competing manufacturers, and lower production costs. But “dramatically cheaper” has limits. If a price looks impossible even for a generic, or a site sells controlled substances with no questions asked, walk away.
6. Involve your doctor
This is non-negotiable. A prescription medication needs a prescriber’s judgement behind it, wherever you buy it. A trustworthy pharmacy will never talk you out of consulting your doctor — we actively encourage it on every product page.
7. Understand your country’s personal import rules
Most countries allow individuals to import a personal supply of medication — commonly up to a 90-day quantity — for their own use, particularly with a prescription. Rules differ by country and by medication class, so check your local customs guidance. Our FAQ covers the most common destination questions, and discreet plain packaging is standard on every order.
8. Keep records
Save your order confirmation, payment receipt and tracking number until the medication arrives and you have checked it against what you ordered: right drug, right strength, right quantity, intact packaging, sensible expiry date. Reputable pharmacies make this easy by emailing all of it automatically.
How we measure up
We built International Pharmacy Mart around exactly this checklist: real contact details on every page, published policies, secure checkout, transparent generic-and-brand labelling on all 1,500+ products, pack-tier pricing with no hidden fees, and free worldwide shipping over $110. New customers can also use code WELCOME10 on our offers page for 10% off a first order.
Frequently asked questions
How can I tell if an online pharmacy is legitimate?
Working contact details, published shipping/refund policies, HTTPS checkout, full product labelling and realistic prices. Missing any of these, shop elsewhere.
Is ordering from an international pharmacy legal?
Many countries allow personal importation of up to a 90-day supply, especially with a prescription — verify your country’s specific policy.
Do I need a prescription?
For prescription medications, yes — your doctor should be involved in any medication decision regardless of where you buy.
What’s the safest way to pay?
A payment method with buyer protection, entered on a secure HTTPS checkout. Never wire transfers to individuals or gift cards.
Medical disclaimer: this article is for general information only and is not medical advice. Always consult your doctor or pharmacist about your medications, dosages and treatment options.