If you get regular or repeat prescriptions, you could save time by switching to electronic Repeat Dispensing (eRD).

eRD sends your prescriptions electronically from your GP surgery to a pharmacy of your choice. It’s easy to use and you don’t need a computer or electronic device. We may contact you if we think that you are suitable for this process.

eRD allows your GP to prescribe your regular medicines for up to a year. It’s reliable, secure and confidential. Your regular prescriptions are stored securely on the NHS database, so they’ll be ready at the pharmacy each time you need them.

Using eRD you can:

• save time by avoiding unnecessary trips or calls to the surgery every time you need to order a repeat prescription
• order or cancel your repeat prescriptions online (if you are also signed up for Online Services)
• pick up your repeat prescriptions directly from your pharmacy without having to visit the surgery
• spend less time waiting for your prescription in the pharmacy
• save paper – you won’t need a paper prescription to collect your medicine from the pharmacy