Hi, a while back my dermatologist “prescribed” to me a sunscreen but I forgot the name and I wanted to buy it again. I was wondering if the name of the sunscreen was still in my file. Okay, thank you so much for your help!

Can a pharmacist check my file to find products I have purchased in the past?

20-year-old woman5 years ago

Hi, a while back my dermatologist “prescribed” to me a sunscreen but I forgot the name and I wanted to buy it again.

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20-year-old woman · 5 years ago

I was wondering if the name of the sunscreen was still in my file.

Naji-tom Samaha · 5 years ago

Hi! You can try calling the pharmacy where you dropped off the prescription, chances are the pharmacist might be able to trace it back. The system usually keeps the records for at least 5 years but it can be longer.

20-year-old woman · 5 years ago

Okay, thank you so much for your help!

Naji-tom Samaha · 5 years ago

My pleasure!

Tom Samaha, pharmacist

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