Amazon Pharmacy is launching a drone delivery service for prescription medications in collaboration with Prime Air.

Amazon Pharmacy is launching a drone delivery service for prescription medications in collaboration with Prime Air.

This service is debuting in College Station, Texas, and promises prescription deliveries within 60 minutes of placing an order through Amazon Pharmacy.

Approximately 500 medications, including those for common conditions like flu, asthma, and pneumonia, are covered by this service.

Approximately 500 medications, including those for common conditions like flu, asthma, and pneumonia, are covered by this service.

Amazon Pharmacy is offering this service for free to eligible customers.

Prime Air drones have been previously used for non-pharmacy products, including household items and office supplies, in College Station and Lockeford, California.

Amazon Pharmacy is launching same-day delivery in Austin, Indianapolis, Miami, Phoenix, and Seattle, with potential future expansion in drone delivery after regulatory clearance.

1he primary goal of this service is to provide a fast and convenient option for customers in need of urgent prescription medications, especially when they are unwell and cannot pick up their prescriptions in person.

Amazon's commitment to at-home healthcare extends to services like Amazon Clinic, which offers virtual evaluations and treatment recommendations for various health conditions.

To grow its drone delivery services, Amazon is looking into joint ventures with other pharmacies. This may completely transform the prescription drug delivery market.