Choosing a Safe Online Pharmacy

By Katy Robertson | January 16, 2026

How to Find a Safe Online Pharmacy for Your Medications

Ordering medications online can be convenient, affordable, and—when done correctly—just as safe as visiting a brick-and-mortar pharmacy. But not all online pharmacies operate with the same standards, and choosing the wrong one can put your health, finances, and personal information at risk.

At Rx Outreach, patient safety and trust are foundational to everything we do. That’s why we believe it’s important for patients to know how to identify a legitimate online pharmacy and how to verify that the pharmacy they’re using meets the highest standards of care.

Why Online Pharmacy Safety Matters

Unsafe or illegitimate online pharmacies may:

  • Dispense medications without a valid prescription
  • Sell counterfeit, expired, or improperly stored drugs
  • Operate without licensed pharmacists
  • Compromise your personal or payment information

For patients managing chronic conditions, taking specialty medications, or navigating financial barriers to care, these risks can have serious consequences. Choosing a verified, accredited pharmacy is one of the most important steps you can take to protect your health.

Rx Outreach and National Pharmacy Accreditation

Rx Outreach is proud to be accredited by the National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP)—the most respected and trusted authority in pharmacy regulation in the United States.

NABP accreditation means that Rx Outreach:

  • Is properly licensed and regulated
  • Employs licensed pharmacists and trained pharmacy professionals
  • Follows strict standards for prescription verification and dispensing
  • Protects patient privacy and data security
  • Meets rigorous requirements for medication safety and quality

This accreditation is not automatic—it requires ongoing compliance, regular review, and accountability. Maintaining NABP accreditation is one way Rx Outreach ensures patients can trust the care they receive.

How to Check if an Online Pharmacy Is Legitimate

Patients don’t need to take a pharmacy’s word for it—you can verify credentials yourself.

The NABP maintains a public, searchable database of accredited digital pharmacies. This tool allows you to confirm whether an online pharmacy meets NABP’s safety and quality standards.

To verify a pharmacy:

  1. Visit the NABP Accredited Digital Pharmacies search tool:
    https://nabp.pharmacy/programs/accreditations/digital-pharmacy/accredited-digital-pharmacies/
  2. Enter the name or website of the pharmacy
  3. Review the pharmacy’s accreditation status and licensing information

If a pharmacy does not appear in the NABP database—or if it claims accreditation it cannot verify—that is a strong warning sign.

What Patients Should Look for in a Safe Online Pharmacy

In addition to NABP accreditation, a legitimate online pharmacy should:

  • Require a valid prescription from a licensed prescriber
  • Clearly list contact information and a physical U.S. address
  • Offer access to a licensed pharmacist for questions
  • Provide transparent pricing and clear policies
  • Protect your personal and health information

Rx Outreach meets all of these standards while remaining focused on our nonprofit mission to reduce financial, geographic, and social barriers to medication access.

Your Health Deserves Trusted Care

Online pharmacies can play a vital role in improving access to medications—but only when safety comes first. By choosing an NABP-accredited pharmacy and taking a moment to verify credentials, you can protect yourself and your loved ones from unnecessary risk.

At Rx Outreach, we are honored to be a trusted, accredited partner in your care—working every day to ensure medications are safe, affordable, and accessible for all.

If you have questions about Rx Outreach or need help accessing your medications, our pharmacy team is here to help.

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