FAQs
Placing an order
How do I place an order?
Find the type of treatment you're looking for and start a consultation. We’ll ask you some questions about your health and recommend the best treatments for you. Once you’ve selected your treatment a clinician will review your answers, and your order will be delivered quickly and discreetly to your home.
Do I need a prescription to order?
You don’t need an existing prescription to use our service. Our clinicians will issue a free private prescription if you’re eligible for treatment.
How can I pay for my order?
We accept all major credit/debit cards, including: American Express, Visa and Mastercard. You can also pay using ApplePay and PayPal.
What will be shown on my bank statement?
When you pay by credit/debit card, payments will be shown on your statement under the name Mexpress.
Are the medications you prescribe genuine?
Yes, we use the same pharmaceutical suppliers and wholesalers as traditional pharmacies. All treatments are fully UK-licensed.
Will my GP be informed of my treatment?
We recommend informing your GP of any new medications you're prescribed. You'll be given the option to enter your GP details while you place an order. It's mandatory to enter your GP details for certain medications like asthma inhalers. When you supply your GP details we'll write to them with the details of the medication we've prescribed.
Delivery
Is the packaging discreet?
Yes. We ship every order in plain, discreet packaging, without any branding or labels.
How quick is delivery?
Order before 4pm for same day dispatch, subject to clinical approval. Some treatments, including weight loss injectables, may require additional safety checks before approval. Royal Mail 1st Class — you’ll receive your order in 1–3 days, Monday to Saturday. Royal Mail Special Delivery 4pm — you'll receive your order the next day by 4pm, Monday to Saturday. Royal Mail Special delivery 11am — you'll receive your order the next day by 4pm, Monday to Saturday. Post Office Collection — collect from a local Post Office of your choice in 1–3 days, Monday to Saturday. London Same Day Courier — Same day delivery in London, Monday to Friday. View more delivery information
How are weight loss injectables delivered?
New to ordering weight loss injectables from Direct Medicines? Before safely prescribing treatments, we may need to complete some additional clinical checks after you’ve completed checkout. Once approved, injectable treatments will be sent directly to you in special refrigerated packaging to keep them fresh. At checkout, we’ll display only the delivery methods relevant to you. Please note that all delivery timescales begin once your treatment has been approved and dispatched, not from the time you place your order.
What does delivery cost?
Delivery ranges from £2.90 for Royal Mail 1st Class to £13.95 for Royal Mail Special Delivery guaranteed before 11am the next day.
Do you deliver to the Scottish Highlands and Channel Islands?
Yes, Direct Medicines delivers to the Scottish Highlands and the Channel Islands but delivery times may not be guaranteed.
What countries do you deliver to?
We deliver selected prescriptions medicines to the following countries: United Kingdom, Cyprus, Denmark, Finland, Germany, Greece, Malta, Sweden. We deliver selected non prescriptions medicines to the following countries: United Kingdom, Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czechia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland. We can only deliver medicines to countries in that medicine is licensed and delivery is permitted. For more information, contact our support team.
About DirectMedicines
Is your service confidential?
Yes, your medical data and order history is completely confidential and only viewable by our pharmacy staff and prescribers. View our Privacy Policy for more information.
Is Direct Medicines regulated?
Yes, Direct Medicines is a registered London-based pharmacy that's fully regulated by the General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC). You can check our registration on the GPhC website. The GPhC is the official body that regulates and inspects all pharmacies in the UK. They ensure we prioritise your safety and meet the highest standards. We're also certified by LegitScript, an organisation that monitors online pharmacies with a comprehensive verification process to evaluate licensing, compliance and adherence to regulation.
Is Direct Medicines an established pharmacy?
Since 2013 our London-based pharmacy has helped over 675,000 people access the prescription medication they need. We're a fully regulated pharmacy backed by a team of experienced healthcare professionals. All our clinicians are based and registered in the UK.
What do I do if I experience side effects or need help?
Contact your GP, a local pharmacy, or Direct Medicines if you experience any side effects with your treatment. Seek immediate medical attention if side effects are severe, and call 999 if they’re life-threatening.
What conditions do you treat?
Direct Medicines operates using remote prescribing. We offer effective treatments for conditions we can safely diagnose without a physical examination. If you can’t find the treatment you’re looking for, or you need more urgent care, please contact your GP or local pharmacy.
How do I make a complaint?
Direct Medicines has a written complaints policy. To lodge a formal complaint, please fill out our contact form. We aim to acknowledge all formal written complaints within two working days and respond to them within five working days.
Do you offer a price match?
At Direct Medicines, we are committed to providing our customers with the best value for money and outstanding service. To ensure you always get the best deal, we regularly compare our prices with leading competitors. If you find our products cheaper at another UK registered online pharmacy, we will offer you the difference, and an additional £5. Please see our full policy for more.
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