GENERAL QUESTIONS

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What is RIMEDS?

RIMEDS is a program developed for the residents of the State of Rhode Island that allows the purchase of safe and affordable prescription medication from licensed, inspected pharmacies in Canada and the United Kingdom. Medications are purchased from retailers or wholesalers in Canada or the United Kingdom.

Who can participate in RIMEDS?

All residents of the State of Rhode Island are eligible.

How much can I expect to save through the RIMEDS program?

Purchasing your maintenance medication through RIMEDS can save you 35 - 60% off U.S. retail prices. Call 1-866-656-(MEDS)6337 for price and savings estimates.
 

How can I trust that the RIMEDS prescription medications are safe?

RIMEDS is safe, regulated and accountable.

1. RIMEDS only works with licensed and certified vendors. People who purchase drugs from other countries over the Internet currently have no way to know for certain that the vendor is indeed a licensed pharmacy.

2. RIMEDS operates under a stringent system of quality controls and multiple safety checks.

3. RIMEDS pharmacies are inspected and approved by CanaRx pharmacists and meet the strict requirements as set out by CanaRx.

4. RIMEDS pharmacies in other countries follow the same standards and procedures used by Rhode Island pharmacies.