NHS Services

At Chemist4U, we can help with your NHS prescriptions, regardless if you pay for them or not. Read our guides to find out whether you're eligible for free prescriptions, how you can save money with a prepayment certificate, and how much an NHS script costs.

NHS Services Advice & Guides

Can You Get Viagra on the NHS?

Can You Get Viagra on the NHS?

If you're experiencing erectile dysfunction (ED), you may be wondering whether you can get Viagra through the NHS. While the NHS does provide support for erectile dysfunction, there are some important distinctions between what's available through your GP and what you can get with a private prescription. Below, we take a look at who’s eligible for erectile dysfunction treatment on...
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NHS Emergency Prescriptions Explained

NHS Emergency Prescriptions Explained

Accidentally running out of your medication can cause real stress. Even worse if it's out-of-office hours or at the weekend, and the GP surgery being closed means you can't access your NHS prescription till Monday. This is where emergency prescriptions can be helpful, as they may allow you to obtain a short-term supply of the medication you need until you...
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HRT Prepayment Certificate Explained

HRT Prepayment Certificate Explained

If you have a regular NHS prescription, the cost can really add up, especially when you’re not eligible for free prescriptions. But that doesn’t mean that there aren’t options available to help you save some money. To help reduce the cost of NHS-prescribed hormone replacement therapy (HRT) medicines in the UK, a new type of prepayment certificate (PPC) that is...
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Free NHS Contraception Service 

Free NHS Contraception Service 

Whether you're starting the pill for the first time, continuing with your regular contraception, thinking about switching, or need the morning after pill, Chemist4U can help with your free NHS contraception – no GP appointment needed!  Ready to access your free contraceptive pill?  To ensure the pill is right and safe for you, we require a phone call with one...
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9 Reasons You Should Order Your NHS Prescriptions Online

9 Reasons You Should Order Your NHS Prescriptions Online

Managing your NHS prescription has never been more straightforward. Online pharmacies like Chemist4U offer a quick, easy and accessible way to get your prescriptions delivered directly to your door. No queues, no awkward opening hours, no hassle.  Read on to find out why you should consider switching to an online pharmacy today. Three key takeaways You can get fast, free...
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How to Change Your Nominated Pharmacy

How to Change Your Nominated Pharmacy

When you request your NHS prescription, did you know that you don’t always have to collect from a local pharmacy or the in-house chemist at the GP? Choosing your preferred pharmacy is commonly referred to as ‘nominating’ your pharmacy, and it’s easier to do than you might think. And, in the digital age, you’re no longer limited to picking up...
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