I think I might be sick with the swine flu virus, and I want to get a prescription for an antiviral. Can I get that from my veterinarian?
No. It is illegal for a veterinarian to prescribe medications for people. It is also unethical and illegal for a veterinarian to write a false prescription for a pet so the pet's owner can obtain the medication for themselves.
Last Reviewed: 11/05/2009
