Prescribing Monitoring - Repeat Dispensing Items

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About this dashboard

The Repeat Dispensing Items Report in ePACT2 provides authorised users with detailed insights into the volume of items issued under repeat dispensing arrangements, including electronic repeat dispensing (eRD). This report captures data on prescriptions processed by NHS Prescription Services and submitted via EPS, offering visibility into utilisation patterns across practices and SICBLs.

Users can view monthly and cumulative item counts, filter by organisation and time period, and benchmark against regional and national averages. The report supports medicines optimisation by highlighting practices with high or low uptake of repeat dispensing, enabling targeted interventions to improve efficiency and patient experience.

The aim of this report is to promote transparency and encourage best practice in repeat dispensing. It helps organisations assess whether repeat dispensing is being used effectively to reduce workload and improve continuity of care. While the report provides valuable operational data, it should be used alongside cost reports and clinical dashboards to ensure that efficiency measures align with patient safety and quality outcomes. Its intention is to support discussions within local health economies, inform improvement initiatives, and share best practice across the NHS.

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