What is the process of ordering a repeat prescription?
You give this to your pharmacist and receive your medication – simple. With a repeat prescription, your doctor wants the medication to be available to you on an ongoing basis, so they write on the white side of the prescription to indicate that this has been set as a repeat prescription.
Can you order repeat prescriptions on ask my GP?
No, simply use your own words to ask about any problem where you need help from your GP practice. Can I order repeat prescriptions from askmyGP? No, this should be done through the prescription service provided by your practice.
How early can you order a repeat prescription?
Requests for repeat prescriptions should not be made more than ten days in advance. Should you have a genuine need to request your medication early (e.g. if you are going on holiday) the doctor may be able to fulfil your request.
How long does it take for a repeat prescription to be ready?
It generally takes about two working days for your repeat prescription request to be processed by your GP / doctor’s surgery, after which it will be sent to the pharmacy.
Can I get a repeat prescription from a different pharmacy?
Can I get a repeat prescription from any / a different pharmacy? You are able to change your nominated pharmacy at any time. But in some cases, you GP may send your prescriptions to a specific pharmacy / dispensary.
How early can I order a repeat prescription?
How many times can you get a repeat prescription?
Repeat prescriptions allow the same prescription to be dispensed more than once. A repeat prescription must be dispensed for the first time within 6 months of the date on the prescription. After this, the repeat prescription can continue to be valid beyond 6 months, according to the directions on the prescription.
Why can I only get 1 months prescription?
Why can I not have more than 1 month supply of my prescription at a time? The practice will only prescribe a months supply of medication at a time. This is to prevent wastage. The practice has to dispose of thousands of unused items every year.
What happens when you request a repeat prescription?
If your doctor prescribes you with medication that you’ll be taking on a regular basis, this can be done as a repeat prescription. This would mean that the doctor has given permission for you to be given this prescription in the future without first having to make an appointment with your doctor, until a certain date.
How do I write a prescription request?
You should include your name, date of birth and the item(s) you require. We also ask that you indicate where you would like to collect your prescription from. Please ensure that your request is clearly legible: If we cannot read your request, we cannot process it.
What to do if you run out of a prescription?
The best thing to do when you realize you’re going to run out of medication is call your doctor. They may be willing to contact the pharmacy of your choice so you can get a prescription filled there. Even if it’s after-hours, call anyway and leave a message explaining the situation.
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