That does seem odd, but perhaps things are different in the US.

In the past, Ive gotten almost all my prescriptions for a year (after the first 3 months), and then I only have to renew when I get my annual physical.

Drugs like Naproxen are just rx'd at 100 pills, for however long they last (usage and shelf life). Even A/D's, I had responsibility for deciding to take anywhere from 0 - 20 mg, as required. (I don't take them any more though...)

Is this a law, or just your doctor's policy, Sally? I wonder if it has anything to do with people abusing drugs, i.e. that they think people might sell them or whatever. I'm not sure what having an appointment is going to prove though.

Cherie