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module menu icon When can a SCR be used?

Examples of when a SCR can be accessed include:

  • Confirmation and identification of prescription details
  • When a prescription has not arrived at the pharmacy
  • During the dispensing process to check medicines, allergies, adverse drug reactions
  • To support self care and the sale of OTC medication
  • To support the delivery of medicine use reviews (MUR) or the new medicine service (NMS)
  • When providing locally commissioned services such as patient group directions or the minor ailment service 
  • When providing urgent or unscheduled care (e.g. during out of hours)
  • To confirm eligibility for the NHS influenza vaccination service.
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