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Common Questions Regarding Getting An Online Medical Script
Getting a prescription online is convenient and easy, yet there are still some common questions people ask before they take the first step.
Our lives have become busier than ever before. Many of us work outside usual business hours, night shifts, long hours or don’t have much time to spare on our lunch breaks. This can make visiting a GP (General Practitioner) a very time-consuming process, especially once we have finally got home or are stuck in traffic after work.
This is why using a telehealth service such as Prime Medic to get your medical script online instead is a much more convenient, time-saving and efficient solution. However, some common questions can arise. Is your private information kept secure? What are the regulations? Are you able to get a prescription for any type of medication?
How does it work?
Rather than visiting your local medical clinic in person, using a telehealth service allows you to have a video consultation with a doctor instead. You just need a laptop, desktop computer, smartphone or tablet device with a solid internet connection. Creating an account involves answering a few important questions regarding your previous medical history for assisting the doctor during your appointment.
After a brief discussion, the doctor can either send your prescription to your email or send it directly to your nearest pharmacy so you can pick up your medication as soon as you arrive. At Prime Medic, we also assist with repeat prescriptions for issues such as chronic conditions.
Can I get a prescription for any medication?
Depending on the telehealth provider you are using, you can obtain an online medical script for a range of different medications in Australia. Most common medications include hypertensives, steroid creams, nasal sprays, UTI (Urinary Tract Infection) treatments, contraceptives and low-grade pain medications.
However, you won’t be able to get an online prescription for Section 8 drugs. Also referred to as controlled substances, this can include benzodiazepines such as minor tranquilisers, opioids, sleeping pills, morphine, ADHD medication such as Vyvanse and more.
Is getting an online prescription legal?
Getting an online prescription is perfectly legal in Australia, as long as the telehealth service you are using is adhering and complying with the AHPRA (Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency) regulations. This is why it is important to confirm that your preferred telehealth provider is AHPRA certified.
To be eligible to have an online consultation with a doctor and get an online prescription, you must be currently living in Australia and your prescription must be for low-level drugs and medications. If you require high-risk medications or drugs for a specific condition, a face to face visit with a doctor will be required.
Telehealth services like Prime Medic are the ideal solution to sitting around in crowded medical clinic waiting rooms when you just need to get a prescription. Download the Prime Medic app and get your medical script online today. Browse through our website to learn all the information you need to get started.
