Emergency Dispensing
Run out of essential medicine and can't see your GP? We may be able to provide an emergency supply.
Emergency Medicine Supply
If you run out of a regular prescription medicine and cannot get an appointment with your GP, our pharmacists can provide an emergency supply to tide you over. This ensures you don't miss vital doses while waiting to see your doctor.
- Available for regular prescription medicines
- Covers most essential medications
- Pharmacist assessment to ensure safety
- Typically supplies up to 30 days (or smallest pack)
- Available during normal pharmacy hours
When Can We Help?
Our pharmacists can provide an emergency supply when:
- You have been prescribed the medicine before
- You need it immediately and cannot see your GP
- It would be impractical to wait for a prescription
- The pharmacist is satisfied it is safe to supply
Important notes:
- There may be a small charge for the medicine
- Not all medicines can be supplied as emergency (some controlled drugs are excluded)
- You must still contact your GP for a new prescription as soon as possible
What You Need to Know
What You Need
Bring your repeat prescription slip, the medicine packaging, or the name and dose of your medicine. Our pharmacist will verify with your GP surgery if needed.
What It Costs
NHS prescriptions: standard prescription charge applies. Private: cost of the medicine plus a small professional fee. Exempt patients may not be charged.
What Happens Next
You'll receive enough medicine to tide you over. Contact your GP as soon as possible for a full prescription. We can send your GP a notification.
Emergency Dispensing FAQs
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Need Medicine Urgently?
Visit us for an emergency supply. Bring your medicine details or repeat prescription slip.