WOMENS-HEALTH Messages for February, 2000: Re: boric acid

Re: boric acid

From: Harvey S. Marchbein, M.D. (anonymous@obgyn.net)
Mon, 28 Feb 2000 19:07:12 -0600 (CST)

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At Mon, 28 Feb 2000, Robin wrote: >
>At Mon, 28 Feb 2000, rachel wrote:
>>
>>Hello,
>>
>>Is boric acid an OTC medication in the U.S.A ?
>>If it's not, is it possible to get it at a pharmacy in the U.S.A, with a
>>Prescription from an Isreali doctor ?
>>
>>thanks
>
>Hi Rachel,
>
>It has been a long time since I used boric acid (suppositories), but it
>had always been a prescription, and still is to my knowledge.
>
>My Cousin is a Pharmacist, and they don't always fill out of state
>prescriptions, so I have a feeling you will have an extremely difficult
>time getting your Rx from Israel filled (if not impossible). What about
>seeing a Dr. here in the states? It will make it a lot easier on you.
>
>Good luck.
>Robin
>
>>--
>>Rachel
>>

Just rechecked with a local pharmacist. Boric acid crystals are available OTC.

--
Harvey S. Marchbein, M.D. FACOG, FACS
Great Neck, New York

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