How can I get a prescription renewal from my doctor?

You can ask your doctor at an appointment. You can call or message your doctor to request a renewal. You can call your pharmacy and ask them to send a request to your doctor for a renewal. “Just remember that your pharmacy can’t fill a medication until the doctor sends in a prescription renewal,” says Mrs. Dixon.

Can a pharmacist renew a prescription longer than one year?

If the original prescription period was longer than one year, the pharmacist cannot renew the prescription for a period exceeding one year. Pharmacists cannot extend prescriptions for certain medications. Talk to your pharmacist for more information.

Who is in charge of prescription refills and expired medications?

“Essentially, you’re in charge of your refills, and your doctor is in charge of your renewals,” says Mrs. Dixon. “If your doctor doesn’t give you a prescription renewal, you cannot continue your medication.” You can ask your doctor at an appointment.

Do you need a doctor’s visit to renew a prescription in BC?

“The Provincial Health Officer has suggested that pharmacies can use their judgement and the options available to them to reduce non-essential physicians visits, including those for prescription renewals. This may require pharmacists to act with broader latitude than they do normally,” reads a statement on the BC College of Pharmacists website.

What’s the difference between a prescription renewal and a refill?

There’s one main difference between prescription renewals and prescription refills. With refills, you will automatically receive or can call for more medication when your supply runs low. If you need to manage a recurring infection, for example, your doctor may prescribe a medication with a certain number of refills.

How can I pay for a new prescription?

If this is a new or refill generic medication for you, check the cash pay price at GoodRx right off the bat. This will allow you to pay for it without having to embark on a prior authorization process with your doctor. Same goes for a new prescription of a one-time thing like seasick patches, antibiotics, or a sleep medication.

When does the Doctor won’t release your prescription?

Some eye care providers may tell you they can not release your prescription to you because you have not completed the fitting process. This is normal for new wearers or when getting fitted with a new type or brand of lens, but it is not normal for consumers who are wearing the same lenses as before and only need a refill.