Make sure your chosen online pharmacy has an excellent shipping record. Most victims of shady ones complain that their parcels arrive very late or not at all. This situation sometimes forces online buyers to try for an unnecessary secondary transaction, thus doubling their expenses. A conscientious online drugstore should be able to track all deliveries and advise clients on when and where they'll get their prescriptions. Moreover, they also know the customs regulations for various destinations and can work with local authorities to ensure the goods are delivered on time. Some also work with local partners or maintain a branch to facilitate deliveries. Read reviews and consumer forums to gauge their shipping capabilities.

Other common complaints among victims of online pharmaceutical scams are that parcels arrive in bad condition and are unusable. Reputable internet stores know how to properly package and ship the products they send by land, sea, or air express. A number of legitimate companies operate their own parcel delivery services while others have established long-term relationships with cargo shipping companies such as FedEx, UPS, or DHL. These well-established and professional freight delivery services know how to properly handle delicate items like medications that need to be kept in certain temperatures. For instance, some items need to be wrapped in thermal packaging and be placed in refrigerated crates. Some delivery companies provide custom critical services that focus on climate controlled shipping. Take note of them.