5 simple ways to take the stress out of repeat prescriptions

From ordering ahead to setting reminders, small changes that make staying on top of your regular medicines effortless.

If you take medication regularly, running low at the wrong moment is a hassle nobody needs. The good news is that a few small habits make the whole thing effortless. Here are the five that our regular customers swear by.

1. Order a few days ahead

The simplest change of all. Order when you have about a week left, not when you take your last tablet. It gives us time to dispense it, double-check everything, and sort out anything with your GP if needed, all before you actually need it.

2. Order online in under a minute

You do not need to call in or wait at the counter. Use the request form on our website, tell us what you need, and we will have it dispensed and ready for collection. It is the easiest way to stay ahead.

3. Keep all your medicines in one place

Using one pharmacy for everything means we can keep a complete picture of your medication, spot any interactions, and give you better advice. It also makes reordering far simpler.

4. Set a simple reminder

• A phone alarm at the same time each day
• A weekly pill organiser so you can see at a glance what you have taken
• Linking your dose to an existing habit, like breakfast or brushing your teeth

5. Ask us to talk to your GP

In many cases we can arrange your ongoing repeat directly with your GP surgery, so you have one less thing to chase. Just ask, and we will do our best to sort it for you.

The trick with repeat prescriptions is simply staying a step ahead. Order early, keep it in one place, and let us do the rest.