12-Month Prescriptions

Written By Vicki Metekingi

RVMC have a prescription policy which covers the prescribing of medications for up to 12-months.

Patients must book a 30 minute “Annual Medication Review” appointment with their GP.

These appointments can only be booked by phoning the admin team on 09 524 5547. 

Prescribers should consider a 12‑month prescription only when:

  • The patient has attended a 30-minute annual medication review appointment (double appointment)

  • The medicine is stable and low‑risk

  • The patient’s condition is well‑controlled

  • Monitoring requirements are minimal and predictable

  • No significant dose adjustments are expected

  • The patient is reliable with follow‑up and medication use

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Vicki Metekingi
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