One of the biggest changes in the American drug industry is implementing the new medicare system. The recent changes in January 2006, will allow everyone regardless of income, health status and prescription drug use, to have access to prescription drug coverage.

What does this mean for canadian pharmacies online, who have built up a network of clients in our neighbouring nation?

After looking at the medicare plan and analysing what their proposing it still may not be an effective choice for all your prescription drug needs. One of the major factors in the medicare plan is that before you can get the 95% of coverage you must spend a total of $3,600 on prescription meds.

Also if you dont sign up for the medicare plan before March 15th, you could be looking at spending even more. There are many variables in the cost and coverage as well as convenience. You will have to find a pharmacy that is available in your area, and if you are unable to walk or get around you will have fewer options if the pharmacy is far. The final choice is of course the convenience of what your current coverage plan is against what medicare is offering with their new prescription plan.

Here is a few questions you may want to ask before you go forward with the new medicare plan:

How many prescriptions do I actually require a year and is this going to be the most cost effective way to retain those prescriptions?

If I require more than one prescription a month?

The best way to answer this question is to call your pharmacy and ask them to check and calculate the amount of money that it will actually cost for your prescription drugs.

The ultimate choice will always be the consumer in the end. The Canadian drug industry has always been a great alternative for getting quality prescription drugs. If you are purchasing a prescription over the internet, Canadian or not, please check that they have the following credentials:

- A Licence to administer medication
- A Real pharmacist you can talk to regarding your medications
- They require a prescription from your doctor.

When you are choosing the best prescription drug plan, make sure that you are choosing the best choice for all your prescription needs.