Emergency Prescription UK
Need a prescription urgently? A private GP can prescribe medication same-day via video consultation. Book now, consult within hours, prescription sent electronically to your pharmacy. From £49.
How to Get an Emergency Prescription
Step 1: Book Consultation
Same-day appointments available.
Step 2: Video Consultation
Speak to GMC-registered GP. Explain what medication you need and why.
Step 3: Prescription Issued
If appropriate, prescription sent electronically to your chosen pharmacy.
Step 4: Collect Medication
Pick up from pharmacy. Often ready within hours.
What We Can Prescribe Urgently
Common Urgent Prescriptions:
Antibiotics (UTI, chest infection, skin infection)
Asthma inhalers
Blood pressure medication (run out)
Contraception
Migraine medication
Acid reflux medication
Antihistamines
Regular medications (short-term supply)
Cannot Prescribe:
Controlled drugs (strong painkillers, sedatives)
Medications requiring specialist initiation
Long-term repeat prescriptions without review
Other Emergency Prescription Options
Community Pharmacist
Pharmacists can provide emergency supplies of regular medication if you've run out. Limitations apply.
NHS 111
Can arrange emergency prescriptions in some circumstances, or direct you to a service that can.
Out of Hours GP
NHS out-of-hours services may prescribe urgently if clinically needed.
A&E (Emergencies Only)
Not for prescriptions unless part of emergency treatment.
Why Private GP for Urgent Prescriptions?
Speed: Consultation and prescription within hours.
Availability: Evenings and weekends when NHS isn't available.
Certainty: Guaranteed appointment, guaranteed prescription if appropriate.
Convenience: Video consultation from home.
Cost
Consultation: From £49
Medication: You pay pharmacy for medication cost (varies by drug)
Book Urgent Consultation
Same-day appointments. Prescriptions sent to your pharmacy.
The Online GP. Urgent prescriptions when you need them.