Regulated sourcing

How we source medicines

Our medicines come through appropriate regulated supply routes. They are selected, checked and dispensed by our pharmacy team before dispatch.

From request to decision

How our medicine safety protocols work

Each treatment area has different clinical risks. A medicine suitable for one patient may be unsuitable for another because of symptoms, medical history, current medicines, previous side effects or treatment goals.

Temperature-controlled medicines

Cold-chain medicines

Certain medicines, including some weight-loss injections, are stored refrigerated before supply and need careful handling during delivery.

Our delivery model is audited annually.
We review our cold-chain delivery methods to ensure our logistics continue to meet MHRA guidance for transporting temperature-controlled medicines.

Safe arrival

Discreet delivery

Orders are sent in plain packaging. The outside of the parcel does not display unnecessary medical or medicine information.

  • Plain, discreet outer packaging
  • Tracked delivery where applicable
  • Delivery updates
  • No unnecessary medicine details on the parcel
  • Pharmacy advice if a parcel is delayed, damaged or missing

Buy medicines safely

How to avoid unsafe online medicine websites

Unsafe sites may sell counterfeit, unlicensed or unsuitable medicines without proper clinical checks. These are common warning signs.
Warning sign Why it matters
No consultation required Prescription medicines should not be supplied without suitability checks.
No pharmacy registration details You may not know who is supplying the medicine.
Unrealistically low prices This could indicate an unsafe or counterfeit supply.
Sold through social media Medicines should not be bought from informal sellers.
No pharmacist contact details Patients need a clear route for advice and medicine concerns.
No dispensing label or leaflet The medicine may not have been supplied properly.

Why it matters
Prescription medicines should not be supplied without suitability checks.

Why it matters
You may not know who is supplying the medicine.

Why it matters
This could indicate an unsafe or counterfeit supply.

Why it matters
Medicines should not be bought from informal sellers.

Why it matters
Patients need a clear route for advice and medicine concerns.

Why it matters
The medicine may not have been supplied properly.

Medicine concerns

What to do if you are concerned

Contact our pharmacy team before using the medicine where appropriate if anything about its packaging, label, appearance, delivery or storage concerns you.

  • The packaging appears damaged
  • The medicine looks different from expected
  • The dispensing label is unclear
  • The delivery was delayed
  • Cold-chain packaging appears compromised
  • You experience side effects
  • You are unsure how to take the medicine

For severe symptoms or signs of a serious allergic reaction, seek urgent medical help. Call 999 in an emergency or NHS 111 for urgent advice.

Side effects

Medicine safety reporting

Read the patient information leaflet supplied with your medicine. If side effects occur, contact a pharmacist, GP or NHS 111 depending on severity.

Suspected side effects can also be reported through the MHRA Yellow Card scheme.

Questions about your medicine?

Our pharmacy team can help with medicine appearance, storage, side effects, delivery concerns and dosage questions.