Veterinary Prescription Services at Your Local Northeast Pharmacy

At Riverview Pharmacy located in the heart of the Northeast of England, we're proud to offer veterinary prescription dispensing as part of our comprehensive community pharmacy services. Whether you're based in Newcastle, Durham, Sunderland, or surrounding towns and villages, we’re here to make caring for your pets a little easier—and a lot more affordable. 

Why Use a Pharmacy for Veterinary Prescriptions? 

Veterinary practices often stock the medications your pet needs, but they may not always offer the most cost-effective or convenient option—especially for repeat prescriptions or long-term treatments. 

Here’s where a community pharmacy like ours makes a real difference: 

• Competitive Pricing: We can often dispense veterinary prescriptions at a lower cost than veterinary surgeries. This is especially helpful for ongoing treatments like insulin for diabetic pets or long-term pain relief. 

• Convenient Access: No more waiting around at the vet—simply bring your valid veterinary prescription to us, and we’ll take care of the rest. We're open extended hours, including weekends, for maximum convenience. 

• Expert Advice: Our trained pharmacy team understands the specifics of veterinary medicines and can offer support and guidance, just like we would for human prescriptions. 

• Support for a Range of Animals: From dogs and cats to rabbits, reptiles, and even exotic birds—we’ve helped pet owners get the medications they need for a wide variety of animals. 

What Kind of Veterinary Medicines Can We Dispense? 

We stock and can source a wide range of medicines for both humans and animals: 

• Antibiotics 

• Anti-inflammatories and pain relief 

• Flea and worm treatments 

• Eye and ear drops 

• Hormone therapies 

• Insulin and other diabetic medications 

• Skin treatments and shampoos 

• Cardiac medications 

If your vet has prescribed it, we can likely dispense it—just ask! 

How Does It Work? 

1. Ask Your Vet for a Written Prescription 
   When your vet prescribes medication, you can ask for a written prescription. Vets are required by law to provide this upon request, although they may charge a small fee for issuing it. 

1. Bring the Prescription to Us 
   Once you have your prescription, simply bring it into our pharmacy, or give us a call in advance to check stock availability. You can even email a copy to speed things up, but we’ll need the original prescription.  

1. We Dispense the Medication 
   Our qualified pharmacy team will source and dispense your pet’s medication, with the same care and attention we apply to all prescriptions. 

1. Ongoing Support 
   For long-term conditions, we can help manage repeat prescriptions and provide reminders for when it's time to top up your supply. 

Common Questions About Veterinary Prescriptions 

Is it legal to get my pet’s medication from a pharmacy? 
Yes, absolutely. As long as the pharmacy is registered and licensed to dispense veterinary medicines (which we are), and you have a valid prescription from your vet, you're well within your rights to use us instead of the vet’s in-house dispensary. 

Can I get flea and worming treatments from you without a prescription? 
Yes! Many flea, tick, and worm treatments are available over the counter. We’re happy to advise you on the best products based on your pet’s needs. 

Do you offer delivery? 
We do! We know how tricky it can be to get out and about, especially if you're juggling work, children, and caring for your pet. We offer local delivery across the North East—just give us a ring to arrange it. 

Why Choose Riverview Pharmacy? 

We’re not just here to dispense pills—we’re part of the local community. As an independent pharmacy in the North East, we care deeply about supporting families in every form, including the four-legged kind. Here’s what sets us apart: 

• 🐾 Experienced, compassionate staff who understand animal care as well as human health. 

• 🐾 Fast turnaround times so your pet can start treatment as soon as possible. 

• 🐾 Excellent value for both one-off prescriptions and ongoing medication needs. 

• 🐾 Friendly, local service that’s only ever a phone call or visit away. 

We’ve helped countless pet owners in Newcastle, Durham, Middlesbrough, Sunderland, and across Tyne and Wear keep their pets happy and healthy—now we’re here to help you too. 

Ready to Get Started? 

If your pet is on medication or you're expecting to need a prescription soon, give us a call or pop into the pharmacy. We’ll talk you through the process, explain what’s needed, and make sure your pet gets the care they deserve without breaking the bank. 

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