Will I have to get a psychiatrist assessment in the UK to get Antipsychotic medication even though it’s prescribed in Australia?

Yes, unfortunately you will have to undergo another assessment to get antipsychotic medication in the UK in place of your prescription from Australia.

Bringing a note from your Australian GP to your new GP in the UK, once you have registered, can help you to get a referral. By calling 111 for the non-emergency NHS helpline you can get more guidance on specific waiting times for referrals.

How can I get my medication for my Crohn’s disease in the UK?

Are appointments for Diabetes accessible in the UK?

Is my same contraceptive pill from Australia available in the UK?

Can I carry more than 3 months worth of my medication from Australia?

I’ve not registered with a GP in the UK but can I still get my Medication?

I take a variety of prescription medications in Australia, will these prescriptions be valid in the UK?