Getting Rx prescriptions while OTR

Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by Phoenix FIRE 33, Dec 27, 2016.

  1. Moose1958

    Moose1958 Road Train Member

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    The key to this is simple. You need a good relationship with your fleet manager. You also need a doctor that is flexible. Like I said in a previous post. I never made appointments. In my case my doctor also operated a walk in clinic and if he was busy I could see the PA that worked the walk in clinic do my labs and get my refills. I honestly never had a serious problem getting home when I needed to. I am not even sure what the purpose of this thread is?
     
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  3. Steel Tiger

    Steel Tiger Road Train Member

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    I may sound dense with this post, but I fail to see ANY issue here what so ever.

    1. Put in for hometime at least 1 day b4 appt.
    2. Go home and see doctor
    3. Go back to work
    4. Repeat.

    If you can't do that then the problem lies with 1 of 2 things.
    1. You....Not able to insist that you go home on time.
    2. The company itself.

    If #2, go elsewhere.
     
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  4. OOwannaBE

    OOwannaBE Medium Load Member

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    Ask your doctor for refills and refill them at any walmart pharmacy around the country. I used to call in advance so the prescription would be ready by the time I got there. I don't have to do that now since I get loads going past my house every week now.
     
  5. lfod14

    lfod14 Road Train Member

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    Nonsense. Many medications require constant blood checks and many managed conditions require you to be watched closely. Doesn't mean your not safe or qualified to drive.
     
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