NHS App
You can nominate Clocktower Pharmacy directly through the NHS App. Search for 'Clocktower Pharmacy' or 'Burscough Street, Ormskirk' in the pharmacy nomination section.
NHS Electronic Prescription Service · Ormskirk
Nominate Clocktower Pharmacy for Your NHS Prescriptions
Nominate Clocktower Pharmacy in Ormskirk as your preferred pharmacy for NHS prescriptions. Once nominated, your GP can send your prescriptions directly to us electronically.
What is Pharmacy Nomination?
NHS prescription nomination allows you to choose a pharmacy to receive your NHS prescriptions electronically through the Electronic Prescription Service (EPS). Once you have nominated Clocktower Pharmacy, your GP can send your prescriptions directly to us — you do not need to collect a paper prescription from your surgery.
Nomination makes collecting your regular medicines more convenient. Your prescription will be waiting for us to dispense when you visit the pharmacy.
How to Nominate Clocktower Pharmacy
Ask your GP surgery
Ask your GP surgery to update your nomination to Clocktower Pharmacy. They can do this on your behalf.
Ask us in the pharmacy
Visit Clocktower Pharmacy at 38 Burscough Street, Ormskirk and ask our team to help you set up your nomination.
Online GP services
Some GP surgeries allow you to update your pharmacy nomination through their online patient services. Check with your surgery for details.
Benefits of Nominating Clocktower Pharmacy
No paper prescriptions
Your GP sends your prescription electronically — no need to collect a paper prescription from the surgery.
Convenient collection
Collect your medicines at a time that suits you from our pharmacy in the centre of Ormskirk.
Local independent pharmacy
Support your local independent pharmacy and receive a personal service from our team.
Easy to change
You can change your nominated pharmacy at any time through the NHS App or by asking your GP surgery.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I nominate any pharmacy?
Yes. You can nominate any pharmacy that is registered with the NHS Electronic Prescription Service. Clocktower Pharmacy at 38 Burscough Street, Ormskirk is registered with the EPS.
Can I change my nominated pharmacy?
Yes. You can change your nominated pharmacy at any time through the NHS App, by asking your GP surgery or by asking the pharmacy you wish to nominate.
Does nomination affect which GP I can see?
No. Nominating a pharmacy does not affect your GP registration or which GP you can see.
What if I need a prescription urgently?
If you need a prescription urgently, please contact your GP surgery in the usual way. You can also contact Clocktower Pharmacy on 01695 574118 if you need advice.
Can I still use a different pharmacy occasionally?
Yes. Nomination sets a preferred pharmacy for your regular prescriptions, but you can still use a different pharmacy if needed.