Repeat Prescriptions Service
Overview
At The Pharmacy Network, our Repeat Prescription Service makes it easier to manage your medications with convenient, same-day ordering and dispensing. Using the MedAdvisor app, you can order your prescriptions, track repeats, and stay on top of your medicines — all from your phone.
This service is available across The Pharmacy on Bunda, The Pharmacy on Northbourne, and The Pharmacy on Franklin, giving you a fast, local option to manage your prescriptions without needing to visit the pharmacy every time.
Requirements
To use this service for hard-copy paper prescriptions, these prescriptions must be retained by the pharmacy.
If you prefer to keep your prescriptions with you, ask your doctor to prescribe you eScripts.
What Is the Repeat Prescription Service?
Our Repeat Prescription Service allows you to:
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Order repeat prescriptions online using the MedAdvisor app
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Check how many repeats you have remaining
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Receive reminders when your medication is due
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Pay for your medications in advance
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Communicate directly with our pharmacy team
This makes it easier to manage ongoing medications and avoid missed doses or delays in treatment.
How Our Pharmacists Can Help
When you use the Repeat Prescription Service at The Pharmacy Network, our pharmacists will:
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Review your prescription before dispensing
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Ensure your medication is safe and appropriate
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Prepare your medication for quick collection
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Provide counselling and advice when you collect your medicines
All prescriptions supplied through this service are clinically checked in line with the PSA Professional Practice Standards.
Why Use MedAdvisor?
The MedAdvisor app is designed to make managing medications easier and more convenient. Benefits include:
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Fast, same-day ordering of your prescriptions
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Medication reminders to support adherence
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Visibility of your active prescriptions and repeats
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Reduced waiting time in the pharmacy
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Easy communication with your pharmacy
Digital medication management tools have been shown to improve adherence and help patients stay on track with their treatment (Australian Commission on Safety and Quality in Health Care, 2020</a >).
Who This Service Is Suitable For
Repeat Prescription Services are helpful if you:
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Take regular medications
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Want a simpler way to manage repeats
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Prefer to order prescriptions in advance
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Want to reduce waiting time in the pharmacy
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Are looking for a convenient pharmacy service near you
This service is especially useful for people managing chronic conditions or multiple medications.
What to Expect at The Pharmacy Network
Once you place an order through MedAdvisor, our team will prepare your medication for collection. You’ll receive a notification when your prescription is ready.
When you visit The Pharmacy Network, our pharmacists will still provide counselling and answer any questions to ensure safe and effective use of your medication.
When Additional Review Is Needed
In some cases, our pharmacists may need to contact your GP before dispensing your medication, particularly if:
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Your prescription has expired
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There are safety concerns or interactions
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Clarification is required
This ensures that your medication remains safe and appropriate for your ongoing care.
A Smarter Way to Manage Your Medicines
If you’re looking for a repeat prescription service near you, a pharmacy that uses the Medadvisor App, or a fast way to order prescriptions, our pharmacists at The Pharmacy Network are here to help.
Visit The Pharmacy on Bunda, The Pharmacy on Northbourne, or The Pharmacy on Franklin, or speak to our team about setting up MedAdvisor today.
References
Pharmaceutical Society of Australia. (2017). Professional Practice Standards.