Repeat Dispensing Service

Repeat Dispensing Service at Healthcare Pharmacy in Hornchurch

Managing your repeat prescriptions can be made easier with our Repeat Dispensing Service. This NHS service allows your doctor to authorise a batch of prescriptions in advance, so you can collect your medication at agreed intervals from our pharmacy in Hornchurch without needing a new prescription each time.

How Repeat Dispensing Works

Doctor’s Authorisation: Your doctor issues a batch of prescriptions for your regular medication, valid for up to a year.
Pharmacy Dispenses: We keep your prescriptions on file and dispense your medication at the intervals specified by your doctor.
Easy Collection: Simply visit Healthcare Pharmacy when your next instalment is due, without needing to contact your GP surgery each time.

Benefits of Repeat Dispensing

Save Time: Fewer requests needed for new prescriptions from your doctor.
Convenience: Collect your medication at intervals that work for you.
Peace of Mind: Helps reduce the risk of running out of essential medication.
Supports Medication Adherence: Helps you take your medication as prescribed, which can support better health outcomes.

Electronic Repeat Dispensing

We offer Electronic Repeat Dispensing (eRD), where your repeat prescriptions are sent to us electronically. This can simplify the process and make managing your medication more convenient.

Want to Learn More?

If you receive regular medication, ask our team about our Repeat Dispensing and Electronic Prescription Service. We’re happy to help you find the best way to manage your medication.

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Frequently Asked Question

What is the repeat dispensing service in Hornchurch?

The repeat dispensing service in Hornchurch is an NHS service that allows your doctor to authorise a batch of prescriptions for up to a year. This means you can collect your regular medication from Healthcare Pharmacy at agreed intervals without needing to request a new prescription from your GP each month.

How does the repeat dispensing process work?

Once your doctor authorises a batch of prescriptions, they are sent to us. We keep them on file and dispense your medication at the intervals specified by your doctor. You simply visit our Hornchurch pharmacy when your next instalment is due.

What is Electronic Repeat Dispensing (eRD)?

Electronic Repeat Dispensing (eRD) is a digital version of the service where your repeat prescriptions are sent to our pharmacy electronically. This can make managing your medication more convenient and may help reduce paperwork for you and your GP.

What are the benefits of using this service?

Using our repeat dispensing service in Hornchurch may save you time by reducing how often you need to contact your doctor. It can also offer reassurance by helping to reduce the risk of running out of essential medication and supporting consistent adherence.

What should I do if my medication or condition changes?

If your medication is changed by a specialist, you experience side effects, or your condition is not well controlled, please tell your doctor or speak with one of our pharmacists as soon as possible. We will then liaise with your GP to update your repeat dispensing batch.

Professional Disclaimer

The information on this page is provided for general guidance only and does not constitute medical advice. It is not a substitute for a consultation with an appropriately qualified healthcare professional. Suitability for any treatment or service will be assessed on an individual basis by our pharmacy team, and outcomes cannot be guaranteed. If you have concerns about your health, please speak to your GP, contact NHS 111, or, in an emergency, call 999.

Repeat Dispensing Service