ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Consumer import of prescription drugs

Okay kiddo, sometimes people need medicine to make themselves feel better. But sometimes that medicine can be very expensive. So some people think it's a good idea to buy their medicine from other countries where it might be cheaper.

But here's the thing. In some countries, the medicine might not be as safe or effective as it is in our country. That's because our country has rules and regulations to make sure that all medicine is safe and works well. Other countries might not have those same rules.

So even though it might seem like a good idea to buy medicine from other countries, it can be dangerous. That's why it's not allowed for individual consumers to import prescription drugs from other countries. It's a way to protect your health and make sure you're taking the best possible medicine.