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NHS New Medicine Service · Great Yarmouth

Support when you start a new medicine.

The NHS New Medicine Service in Great Yarmouth gives you free pharmacist support when you are prescribed a new medicine for certain long-term conditions, helping you get the most from it. No GP appointment needed.

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GPhC-registered pharmacists NHS-funded service No GP referral needed
CostFree on the NHS
ForCertain new medicines
Follow-upIncluded
ReferralNone needed

Eligibility

Is this service right for you?

The New Medicine Service supports people newly prescribed a medicine for certain long-term conditions.

This may suit you if

  • You have been prescribed a new medicine for an eligible condition
  • You have questions about how to take it
  • You want to check for and manage side effects
  • You want to get the most benefit from your treatment

Good to know

  • The service covers specific long-term conditions and medicines
  • Ask our team to check if your new medicine is eligible
  • It usually involves a short follow-up conversation
  • It complements, and does not replace, your GP’s care

How it works

Start, support, follow up.

Free support to help your new medicine work for you.

1

Check eligibility

Ask our pharmacy team, or book online, to check if your new medicine qualifies.

2

First consultation

A pharmacist talks you through your medicine and answers your questions.

3

Follow-up

A short follow-up checks how you are getting on and addresses any issues.

The New Medicine Service supports people newly prescribed a medicine for certain long-term conditions such as asthma, diabetes, high blood pressure, or to prevent blood clots. It complements your GP’s care and does not replace it. This page is general information and is not medical advice. Ask our team to confirm whether your new medicine is eligible.

What to expect

Your support sessions

A conversation now, and a check-in a little later.

Your first session

A pharmacist explains your new medicine and answers any questions you have.

In between

You try your medicine, noting any side effects or concerns to raise.

Your follow-up

A short check-in on how you are getting on, with advice to keep you on track.

Cost

Free on the NHS.

The New Medicine Service is free for eligible patients. There is no charge for the support or follow-up.

Free support

Expert pharmacist support at no cost to eligible patients.

Get it right early

Help to use your new medicine correctly from the start.

Manage side effects

Guidance on spotting and managing any side effects.

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Common questions

New Medicine Service, answered.

What conditions are covered?
It covers certain long-term conditions such as asthma, type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, and medicines to prevent blood clots. Ask us to check your eligibility.
What does the service involve?
A first conversation about your new medicine, then a short follow-up to see how you are getting on.
Is it free?
Yes. It is a free NHS service for eligible patients.
Do I need a GP referral?
No. Ask our pharmacy team or book directly to check if your new medicine qualifies.

Just started a new medicine?

Book New Medicine Service support, or call our team on 01493 857888.

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