Private Prescriptions
For all your healthcare needs, from expert advice to private prescriptions, Batley Pharmacy has you covered—book your appointment with us today!
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What is a private prescription?
A private prescription is a medical prescription issued outside of the NHS. Private prescriptions are provided by a licensed healthcare provider.
If you have been issued a private or NHS prescription from your doctor or prescribing healthcare professional, we can dispense your medication.
How can I get a private prescription?
Book an appointment
Schedule a consultation with one of our healthcare providers at Batley Pharmacy.
Submit prescription
Provide us the private prescription even if it is given to you electronically by your healthcare provider.
Collect prescription
Once the medication is dispensed according to the private prescription, you can collect it from us.
Key features of Private Prescription
Cost
Unlike NHS prescriptions, with private prescriptions, you are required to pay the full cost of medication, including the dispensing fee charged by the pharmacy. Ensure you understand all potential costs before proceeding.
Prescription Access
To obtain a private prescription, you must consult a healthcare provider. The consultation fee depends on the type of service provided.
Medication Availability
Private prescriptions are used to access a wide range of medications, including those not available through the NHS.
How does Batley Pharmacy help?
Do you need a private prescription dispensed? Our expert team is here to help you with your private prescriptions. Stop by or give us a call!
Frequently asked questions
Private prescriptions are generally valid for 6 months. This begins from the day the prescriber signs the prescription. However, controlled drugs are valid for 28 days.
As private prescriptions are issued outside of the NHS, they are typically more expensive. Private prescriptions do not have a fixed fee, it may include additional medication dispensing and consultation fee.
No, people aged 60 or above will still have to pay for private prescriptions.
Yes, you can take private prescriptions to any registered pharmacy in the UK. Visit Batley Pharmacy to have your medication dispensed. We have got you covered!