PATIENT SERVICES
For Our Customers
REPEAT DISPENSING SERVICE
So You Get Your Repeat Medication On Time, When You Need It
When you re-order your repeat medication, we will receive your prescription and dispense your medication ready to collect within 1-2 days. We want to make your life easier, so feel free to give us a ring to re-order your medication. If collection is not possible, contact us about our new delivery service (only for eligible patients)
MEDICINES USE REVIEW
Getting The Most Out Of Your Medication
A medicine use review involves a discussion about your medication. It's role is to allow you to get the best out of your medication, as well as discussing any concerns you may have. You may be eligible if:
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You take 1 or more medication, including Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory drugs, Anticoagulants, Antiplatelets and/or Diuretics
You have been discharged from hospital less than 4 weeks ago and 2 or more medications have been changed
You have a respiratory disease (of the lungs) and are taking 2 or more medications
You have a cardiovascular risk (to do with the heart and blood vessels) and are taking 4 or more medicines.
If you are eligible, the pharmacist will likely carry out this service annually.
NEW MEDICINES SERVICE
So You Feel Comfortable With Your New Medication
The New Medicines Service is designed to help you during the first month of starting your new medication. Following the initial consultation with the pharmacist, any concerns can be addressed when the pharmacist follows up after 1 week, then a further 2-3 weeks after. You may be eligible if you receive new medication for these conditions:
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Asthma and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
Type 2 Diabetes
Antiplatelet or Anticoagulation therapy
High Blood Pressure
DISPOSAL OF UNWANTED MEDICATION
Helping Dispose Medication Safely
Ideally, we would want no wastage of medication. However, any medication that is unwanted or has expired can be disposed of by us at Martindale Pharmacy. Make sure there are no needles, lancets or anything else sharp present, and let us know if you want to dispose of any controlled drugs. If unsure, feel free to contact us.
