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ePrescriptions
ePrescriptions significantly reduce the number of patients harmed by medication errors and adverse drug events.
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New Zealand ePrescription Service (NZePS)
The NZePS provides a secure messaging channel for exchanging prescription information electronically.
Getting started with NZePS
Find out how to use the New Zealand ePrescription Service.
Setting up and using NZePS
The New Zealand electronic Prescription Service 'Getting Started' guide is written for general practices and pharmacies to enable a smooth transition.
ePrescribing and administration
Electronic prescribing and administration (ePA) systems enable prescribing, dispensing and administration of medicines to be recorded electronically.
Signature Exempt Prescriptions and remote prescribing
There are two types of Signature Exempt Prescriptions: with barcode and without barcode.
ePrescriptions advisory notices
Find out about the changes to pharmacy dispensing requirements.
NZePS uptake
View the latest 2024 New Zealand e-prescription service data.
NZePS certified prescribing systems
A list of NZePS certified prescribing systems
Also in this section
The eMedicines Programme
NZ Formulary
NZ Universal List of Medicines
eMedicines Reconciliation (eMR)
ePrescriptions