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Prescriptions

***  My Health Online  ***

February 2025 

Due to upcoming changes to our computer clinical record system, that are completely outside our control, the Practice is moving away from My Health Online.  All patients who currently use My Health Online to request prescriptions for themselves or on behalf of someone else will need to use one the alternative methods outlined below.

Requesting Prescriptions

It is a good idea to request medication up to 7 days before your next medication is due.

Please allow at least two full working days for the Practice to process your prescription request. Your local pharmacy will also require time to dispense the medication.

For patient safety we are unable to take prescription requests over the telephone. This also ensures our phone lines are available for patients wishing to make appointments or receive medical advice. Your co-operation is appreciated.

How to request your prescription

  • Online Using the NHS Wales App. Full details including Help and Support are available on this link Home - NHS Wales App
    There are certain requirements needed to register for an NHS Wales App account, Photo ID, Unique email address and currently you are unable to request prescriptions on behalf of another patient.

    If you are unable to meet the requirements or do not wish to use the App the following methods can be used:
     
  • In Person or by post Prescription requests may be posted to either Practice site or placed in the Prescription Request boxes in the reception areas.
    Please ensure your full name and date of birth are clearly written on the request, as well as all items you are requesting.
     
  • Community Pharmacies 
    Some Community Pharmacies can request prescriptions on your behalf, please speak to your pharmacy team to arrange.
     

If you need your prescription delivering - please speak with your local pharmacist who will advise if they offer this service. 

Please note that the Practice and local Community Pharmacists will have reduced openings, or will be closed on Bank and Public Holidays.  Ensure that you request medication and that you collect from your pharmacy in good time.

 

Changes to medication supply

The Practice is following Welsh Government guidelines to increase the interval between repeat prescriptions, this means that most patients will start to receive two months worth of medication.  Patients will only have to request repeat medication every two months. 

If there are any items on your prescription that you do not take regularly or have stopped taking, please do not request them, and let your pharmacist or the Practice know. 

The Practice anticipates it will take several months before all appropriate prescriptions are altered.