NHS care

Nominating your NHS pharmacy

Switching your nominated pharmacy is free, usually takes effect quickly, and keeps your GP records exactly where they are.

15 March 2026 7 min read Dr. Maya Patel

Nominating a pharmacy tells the NHS where to send your electronic prescriptions. Your GP records stay with your surgery. Only the dispensing pharmacy changes.

How nomination works

  1. 01

    Choose a pharmacy

    Pick a pharmacy you can reach easily, or one that offers delivery.

  2. 02

    Nominate

    Complete our form, use the NHS App, or ask at your GP reception.

  3. 03

    Use it

    Your next repeat should route to us automatically, usually within a day.

You can change your nominated pharmacy at any time. If you have questions, speak to our team and we will talk you through the steps.

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