Private Prescription Service at saood pharmacy
Looking for a trusted pharmacy to dispense your private prescription in Reading? At Saood Pharmacy (RG1 7LL), we provide a fast, professional and confidential private prescription dispensing service for patients across Reading and the surrounding areas.
If you have been issued a paper private prescription by your GP, consultant, dentist, private clinic or independent healthcare professional, our experienced pharmacy team is here to help.
What Is a Private Prescription?
A private prescription is issued by a qualified prescriber outside of NHS funding. This may include:
- Medication not available on the NHS
- Treatments requested privately
- Specialist medicines prescribed by consultants
- Travel medicines
- Weight management treatments
- Dermatology or hormonal therapies
Unlike NHS prescriptions, private prescriptions are charged at the cost of the medication rather than a standard NHS prescription fee.
Private Prescription Dispensing in Reading – How It Works
At Saood Pharmacy, we make the process simple:
Please Note: We currently do not dispense private prescriptions which are issued electronically.
Bring Your Prescription
We accept paper private prescriptions.
Clinical & Legal Check
Our pharmacist will carefully check the prescription to ensure it meets legal requirements and is clinically appropriate.
Transparent Pricing
We can confirm the estimated cost of your medication before dispensing so there are no surprises. We pride ourselves on offering competitive prices.
Expert Advice
You will receive personalised counselling on:
- How to take your medication
- Possible side effects
- Storage advice
- Important safety information
Need a Medication Ordered?
If your private prescription medicine is not in stock, we can usually order it quickly, often for next-working-day collection. Speak to our team for availability.
Private Prescription Costs
Private prescriptions are priced based on:
- The cost of the medication
- Quantity prescribed
- Manufacturer pricing
Unlike NHS prescriptions, private prescriptions are charged at the cost of the medication rather than a standard NHS prescription fee.
Why visit Saood Pharmacy to treat earache?
Convenience
Central town centre location with no need for a GP appointment.
competitive
We pride ourselves on competitive prices
Expertise
Our pharmacy teams utilise their clinical expertise to provide reliable guidance on medication.
Meet Your Pharmacists
Ayesha
PHARMACIST & CLINICAL DIRECTOR
“My goal is to make healthcare accessible, personal, and stress-free for everyone in our community. Whether you’re coming in for a routine flu jab or looking for clinical advice, my team and I are here to ensure you feel supported and informed every step of the way.”
Ayesha is a GPhC-registered pharmacist with extensive experience in community clinical services. She is passionate about providing the high-quality, face-to-face health advice that Saood Pharmacy is known for.”
Mohammad
PHARMACIST OWNER
As the owner of Saood Pharmacy, Mohammad is dedicated to maintaining the highest standards of patient care. While Ayesha leads our clinical services, you will often see Mohammad in the pharmacy as he steps in to support the team and provide expert consultations from time to time.
contact@saoodpharmacy.com
Please only use for general enquiries and expect a 3-5 working days response.
104A Oxford Road
Reading
Berkshire
RG1 7LL