Emergency Medicine Supply
Emergency supply of regular medications when needed
Run out of your regular medication? Can't get a GP appointment in time? Our Emergency Medicine Supply service ensures you don't go without your essential medications. We can provide emergency supplies to keep you safe until you can see your doctor.
Key Benefits
Continuity of Care
Avoid gaps in your medication regime
Patient Safety
Prevent health complications from missed doses
Quick Service
Same-day emergency supply when eligible
How It Works
Assessment
Our pharmacist will assess your situation and verify your regular medication
Eligibility Check
We'll confirm you meet the criteria for emergency supply
Supply Medication
Receive up to 30 days supply (or smallest pack size) of your medication
Follow-up
We'll advise you to see your GP for a proper prescription
Who Can Benefit
This service is suitable for:
- Patients who have run out of regular prescription medication
- Those unable to contact their GP surgery in time
- Travelers who have lost or forgotten their medication
- Patients between GP appointments awaiting prescription renewal
Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for this service, you must:
- The medication must have been previously prescribed by a UK prescriber
- The pharmacist must be satisfied that there is immediate need
- The medication cannot be a controlled drug (with few exceptions)
- You must have been taking the medication regularly
- It must be impractical to obtain a prescription without undue delay
What to Expect
Supply Duration
Usually up to 30 days or the smallest original pack size
Documentation
We'll record the supply and may inform your GP
Restrictions
Some medications cannot be supplied in emergencies
Cost
This is a free NHS funded service
NHS Guidelines & Information
Legal Framework
Emergency supplies are made under the Human Medicines Regulations 2012, which allow pharmacists to supply prescription-only medicines without a prescription in genuine emergencies.
Professional Standards
All emergency supplies follow General Pharmaceutical Council guidance to ensure patient safety and appropriate use.
Important Information
This service is for genuine emergencies only. Regular use of emergency supplies is not recommended - please ensure you order repeat prescriptions in good time.
Ready to Get Started?
Call us or visit the pharmacy for an emergency supply of your regular medication.