What does ERD mean in HEALTHCARE

Electronic Repeat Dispensing (eRD) is a new way of ordering and dispensing repeat medication electronically. This means that pharmacists and other healthcare professionals can access patient's repeat prescriptions and order their next prescription without using paper.

eRD works by allowing healthcare professionals to access patient information electronically, reducing paperwork and streamlining the process of ordering a repeat prescription. The pharmacy will then receive instructions electronically, enabling them to dispense the required medications quickly and accurately.

eRD provides many benefits to both pharmacies and patients, including improved accuracy in prescribing, better patient safety, reduced paperwork, fewer delays in processing orders, quicker access to medications by patients, improved stock management for pharmacies, and more efficient use of resources for all involved.

Yes! All data used in eRD systems is encrypted so that it cannot be seen by unauthorized users. Additionally, all medication orders are reviewed by qualified staff before they are released for dispensing, ensuring patient safety remains paramount at all times.

Eligibility for using eRD depends on local rules which may vary from place to place. Generally speaking, any person taking long-term or repeat medications can benefit from electronic repeat dispensing once their file has been approved by their prescriber or healthcare professional.