07 April 2026
Electronic prescribing is an alternative to paper prescriptions, providing patients with convenient access to their medicines and reducing the risk of errors. Patients have a choice to receive either an electronic or a paper prescription – but not both.
Sent directly to the patient’s mobile phone or email by their GP, electronic prescribing promises secure and efficient supply of vital medicines.
They can also be added to an Active Script List if patients register for one. It’s a digital list of your electronic prescriptions and barcoded paper prescriptions, and a convenient option for those who take multiple medications.