When I started taking propecia, I was referred to a dermatologist from my doctor and the derm office sold me propecia directly rather than giving me a prescription. I could go there whenever I needed it and buy it. This seemed just fine, up until the first time I went there and they had ran out. At that time they gave me samples which was 14 pills, about $25 worth so I was happy. I went back and they were restocked again before my samples ran out. Well now they are out of samples and out of bottles, and it just so happens I got sidetracked and have gone 3 days before getting to the office for another bottle. Well what do you think happened...They are out and are going to give me a phonecall when they recieve more. The sad thing is I no longer have any health coverage so if I go to doctor for prescription I believe I will be charged. So I am left to twiddle my thumbs and watch my hair drop as I wait for there shipment to come, wish me luck.