Repeat Prescription Service

At Chiswell Pharmacy & Weight Loss Clinic in St Albans, we understand the importance of managing your regular medications efficiently and conveniently.

Our Repeat Dispensing Service is designed to streamline the process, ensuring you have timely access to your essential medicines without the need to request a prescription from your GP each time.

What is the Repeat Dispensing Service?

Repeat dispensing allows your GP to authorize a batch of prescriptions for up to 12 months. These prescriptions are securely stored electronically and dispensed at regular intervals by your chosen pharmacy, eliminating the need for you to reorder each time.

Benefits of Our Service:

Convenience: Collect your medications directly from Chiswell Pharmacy & Weight Loss Clinic at set intervals without contacting your GP for each refill.

Efficiency: Reduce the time spent on managing repeat prescriptions, allowing for a more streamlined medication regimen.

Enhanced Pharmacy Support: Our team will regularly check in with you to ensure your treatment remains effective and address any concerns.

How It Works:

Consultation with Your GP: Discuss with your GP to determine if repeat dispensing is suitable for your medication needs.

Authorization: If appropriate, your GP will authorize a series of repeat prescriptions, specifying the duration and intervals.

Pharmacy Coordination: We receive the authorized prescriptions electronically and dispense your medication at the agreed intervals.

Regular Reviews: Before each dispense, we'll confirm with you that the medication is still appropriate and address any issues.

Eligibility:

This service is ideal for patients on stable, long-term medications that are unlikely to change over time. Your GP will assess your suitability based on your medical history and current treatment plan.

Getting Started:

To enroll in our Repeat Dispensing Service, speak with your GP about your interest. Once authorized, inform us at Chiswell Pharmacy & Weight Loss Clinic, and we'll handle the rest, ensuring a seamless and hassle-free experience.

Simplify your medication management with our Repeat Dispensing Service. Visit Chiswell Pharmacy & Weight Loss Clinic today or contact us for more information on how we can support your healthcare needs.

Why Choose Chiswell Pharmacy & Weight Loss Clinic for Your Healthcare Needs?

One of the key advantages of using our pharmacy services is the convenience—you can access treatment without needing to see your GP first. In many cases, no appointment is required, and even when one is needed, our waiting times are significantly shorter than those at most GP surgeries. This makes visiting your local high street pharmacy a quicker and easier option.

Additionally, using a pharmacy for minor health concerns helps reduce pressure on NHS services, including GP practices and A&E departments. More GPs are now referring patients to pharmacies for minor ailments, meaning you can often save yourself an unnecessary trip to the doctor by coming to us first.

Rest assured, our pharmacists are clinically trained to assess and provide treatments safely. If your condition requires further medical attention, we will refer you to a GP or A&E when necessary, ensuring you receive the right level of care. At Chiswell Pharmacy & Weight Loss Clinic, we are proud to be part of the NHS Minor Ailments Scheme and the Community Pharmacy Consultation Service (CPCS), allowing us to provide these essential treatments.

Visit us today or get in touch for more information—let us help you access the care you need without the hassle of long GP waiting times!