At The Blue Tree Clinic, our private psychiatrists aim to make your prescription process seamless and secure. Here’s how it works:
Digital Prescription Service
We provide a fully paperless, digital prescription service for all private prescriptions.
For confidentiality and security, we are unable to post prescriptions to individuals or pharmacies. Instead, we collaborate exclusively with Knightsbridge Pharmacy on Brompton Road in London, ensuring high-quality service and timely delivery.
- Free Delivery: Medications can be mailed directly to you at no extra cost.
- Courier Option: For same-day delivery, a courier service is available, but it may incur additional charges.
- No Commission: We do not receive any commission from the pharmacy; we prioritise excellent service and patient care.
Controlled Drug (CD) Prescriptions
Private Controlled Drug prescriptions, including ADHD medications, are issued on FP10 pink prescriptions.
- For Schedule 2, 3, or 4 controlled drugs, such as ADHD medications, physical prescriptions need to be hand-delivered to Knightsbridge Pharmacy.
Important Notes:
- Prescriptions typically cover only one month of medication, following Department of Health guidelines on prescribing controlled drugs.
- Ensure you fill your prescription promptly to avoid expiration.
Fees and Policies
- Outside Appointment Requests: A £100 fee applies for prescriptions issued outside of appointments. This policy is outlined in your booking email and terms and conditions.
- Medication Costs: The cost of medications is paid directly to the pharmacy and is not included in our prescription fees.
Shared Care Agreements (SCA)
A Shared Care Agreement (SCA) allows our specialists and NHS GP’s to collaborate on your care for ADHD medications. However:
- GPs will want you stable on medication for at least 12 weeks.
- You may wish to consider getting confirmation from your NHS GP agreeing to an SCA before proceeding with an ADHD assessment if you are concerned about this.
- If an SCA isn’t possible, you’ll need to self-fund your medication and follow-up reviews ongoing.
Repeat Prescriptions
- Prescriptions issued during a consultation last until your next follow-up appointment (maximum one month).
- A repeat prescription request is not a substitute for a consultation and should only be made if necessary.
Key Takeaways for Patients
- We are committed to secure, efficient prescription management.
- Always fill prescriptions promptly to avoid any inconvenience.
- Contact us with any questions—our team is always here to help.
By combining our streamlined digital service with a trusted pharmacy partner, The Blue Tree Clinic ensures your medications are delivered with care and efficiency. If you have any concerns, feel free to reach out.