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seklarwia
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| G Cthulhu wrote: |
Readily available and you just have to ask. Any Women's Clinic will prescribe the brand you want without question, although not all the 3rd Gen brands are available. Most GP's or hospital doctors will do the same. Only question is finding a place you like an getting in there.
If you want non-Japanese brand names then you can order online from places like In House Pharmacy. Often cheaper than by prescription in the US. www.inhousepharmacy.com |
The main issue is the cost. $98 from that site is about $96 more than getting someone back home to pick it up and mail it out. And what Apsara has said, sounds way more expensive in country. Contraception is free for women on prescription in the UK. |
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Apsara
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I'll just clarify that the expensive contraception is imported from overseas by an expat doctor whose fees are not covered by NHI, hence the expense. The brands normally available in Japan from Japanese doctors are unlikely to cost anywhere near as much.
My family have all moved away from NZ meaning I can't have it sent over any more, but I would like to stay on the same brand, which is unavailable in Japan other than through expat doctors. |
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seklarwia
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Unless it's really cheap and the same make up and strength (so only the branding differs), I'd not want to bother with the adjustment period again.
@Mushroomyakuza
If your gf doesn't get the full years worth and she doesn't have a relative at the same GP, a friend should be able to file for and pick up repeat prescriptions on her behalf as long as she lets the GP know who will be doing it up in advance. |
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G Cthulhu
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| seklarwia wrote: |
| G Cthulhu wrote: |
Readily available and you just have to ask. Any Women's Clinic will prescribe the brand you want without question, although not all the 3rd Gen brands are available. Most GP's or hospital doctors will do the same. Only question is finding a place you like an getting in there.
If you want non-Japanese brand names then you can order online from places like In House Pharmacy. Often cheaper than by prescription in the US. www.inhousepharmacy.com |
The main issue is the cost. $98 from that site is about $96 more than getting someone back home to pick it up and mail it out. And what Apsara has said, sounds way more expensive in country. Contraception is free for women on prescription in the UK. |
That's nice. The OP isn't from the UK, and IHP is cheaper than by prescription in the US for most people. If someone that is from the UK needs someone else to tell them it's cheaper to still get it directly then there's probably no hope for them.  |
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seklarwia
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That's nice. The OP isn't from the UK, and IHP is cheaper than by prescription in the US for most people. If someone that is from the UK needs someone else to tell them it's cheaper to still get it directly then there's probably no hope for them. |
Sorry for the misunderstanding. But you were quoting and seemed to be addressing mushroomyakuza's contraception query who is from the UK.
And I'd be surprised if many men were fully aware of the procedures and costs for aquiring the pill in the UK. It's not as if they all accompany their gfs to the GP/clinic then to the pharmacy after.
Besides, correct me if I'm mistaken, but the OP was mostly talking about prescription medicine, which to me suggests things that are not avaliable OTC. So would that site really prove much use. |
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bre_anna
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| Just a question. Do you think it would be easiest for me to get a year supply, take one month with me and then have more shipped to me by my family when I need it. To me this seems like the easiest option, but i"m not 100% familiar with all the red tape involved in having medication sent over. |
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Apsara
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| I recommend bringing more than one month's supply with you, bring as much as you legally can. Your first month in Japan will go by very quickly, and it could take a couple of weeks for anything posted to you to arrive, especially if it is inspected by customs. |
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ShioriEigoKyoushi
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OneJoelFifty
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Hi friends,
This seemed the most relevant thread in which to ask the question. I've not had any luck with Google.
How does the healthcare system actually work in practice over here? I just need to see a doctor for a minor complaint that I hope it easily dealt with by what should be a common subscription.
Do I walk into the nearest hospital or are there doctors' practices like in the UK? Will I have to do one of the above during work hours or is it okay to do it at the weekend?
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Glenski
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| How does the healthcare system actually work in practice over here? I just need to see a doctor for a minor complaint that I hope it easily dealt with by what should be a common subscription. |
You mean prescription?
It depends entirely on your ailment, perhaps the doctor. You go in, you get checked out, they determine what they feel is right, and you might walk out with a prescription to be filled in the next building or you might have other things to do. You pay for 30% of the treatment on the spot by showing your Japanese national health insurance card. You pay for prescriptions separately.
Depending on your ailment, you may have to go to a specific hospital/clinic.
Weekends are usually quite busy times, and in many cases Sunday is reserved only for emergencies. Saturday afternoons are iffy at best, so you should find out if the hospital you intend to visit is even open then. |
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OneJoelFifty
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That's the one!
So it's a hospital visit, definitely better during work hours, as might be closed at the weekend and will be very busy if open. Thanks. |
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aot531
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Hi, everybody.
I've seen postings on these specific issues here and there, but I'd really be interested to hear about anyone's recent experience with getting neurological and/or psychiatric treatment and prescriptions.
The medications I currently take have uses in both neurology and psychiatry, so they could theoretically be prescribed by either specialist, but I'd only be likely to have an urgent need for a neurologist. My neuropsychiatrist here is willing to send me the meds I need, and they shouldn't be considered controlled substances, so that shouldn't be a problem. It seems that psychoactive meds are often treated differently from other prescription meds, though, for whatever reason.
Anyway, just looking for anybody's up-to-date experiences or thoughts. Thanks!  |
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