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title: "Script FAQs - How long Is A Prescription Valid For?"
description: "Prescriptions are typically valid for a maximum of 12 months from the date written. However, certain medications have shorter validity periods. For prescriptions over 3 months old, tracking advice is required before dispensing, and for those over 6 months, the original prescription must be on file. If your order is urgent, consider using Express Post to send your prescription."
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# Script FAQs - How long Is A Prescription Valid For?

Prescriptions are typically valid for a maximum of 12 months from the date written. However, certain medications have shorter validity periods. For prescriptions over 3 months old, tracking advice is required before dispensing, and for those over 6 months, the original prescription must be on file. If your order is urgent, consider using Express Post to send your prescription.


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## **Instructions**

* **Understand Prescription Validity**
  * *General prescriptions are valid for up to 12 months. Certain medications, like Phenobarbitone and Tramadol, have a 6-month expiration.*
* **Shorter Validity by Vet Discretion**
  * *Your veterinarian may specify a shorter validity period, which will be noted on the prescription.*
* **Policy for Old Prescriptions**
  * *If your prescription is over 3 months old, our pharmacy requires tracking advice showing the original is in the post before we can dispense the medication.*
  * *If it's over 6 months old, the original prescription must be on file.*
* **Urgent Orders**
  * *For urgent orders, we recommend using Express Post to send your prescription and email us the tracking details.*


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## **FAQs**

* **What should I do if my prescription is nearing its expiration?**

  *If your prescription is close to its expiry, consider consulting your vet for a renewal.*

  
* **How can I ensure my prescription is processed quickly?**

  *Ensure your prescription is within the validity period and track your mailing if it's older than 3 months.*