A lot of people end up with prescriptions for the same drugs. That might be because they suffer from the same condition or illness, or because some drugs can help with a variety of conditions.
Remembering to keep your supplies of medications topped up, and to pack enough for a trip away is crucial if a doctor has prescribed you a medicine. But, as with anything, sometimes you may forget. Or maybe you remembered you were out of pills just before the drugstore closed and they did not have any left in stock. Or maybe the party was good and you decided to stay at a friend’s for the night rather than drive home as intended.
In a situation where you don’t have the meds you take to hand, it may seem simpler to ask a friend or family member who is prescribed the same drug to give you some of theirs. You can replace them afterward if they wish, but whatever happens, you will be able to stay on track with your treatment schedule.
Sharing drugs is illegal
If you were to ask your friend to lend or give you some of their drugs and they agreed, you would both be breaking the law. Prescription drugs are only legal when taken by the person the prescription is made out to. Any deviation from that is technically a criminal offense.
Will I really get caught?
It’s true that people do this sort of thing all the time and sharing drugs in select situations could seem the obvious thing to do. Nevertheless, the law is the law and so the only safe option is to avoid sharing a prescription drug.
While the chances of getting caught may be relatively low, it could happen. If it does, be sure to learn more about your legal options, as neither of you wants to receive a criminal record for this.