Kanta.fi: Finnish ePrescriptions can now be used to purchase medicines in Czechia

7.10.2024

Use of the Finnish ePrescription has once again been expanded in Europe. Czechia is now participating in the service.


Prescription medicines can currently be purchased with a Finnish prescription from a few pharmacies in Czechia. You can check which Czech pharmacies are participating in the service on the local authority’s online service (epreskripce.cz). Similarly, Czech ePrescriptions can now also be used to purchase medicines in Finland.

In addition to Czechia, Finnish prescriptions are accepted in Estonia, Portugal, Croatia, Spain and Poland.

Checklist for obtaining a prescription medicine abroad with a Finnish ePrescription

Before going to a pharmacy abroad, remember the following: 

The European ePrescription makes medical care easier for travellers

The aim of the European ePrescription is to ensure the continuity of care and safe medical treatment for citizens moving around Europe. If a person needs medicine while they are in another European country, they can buy it from a pharmacy in that country.

Prescription data can be shared securely and efficiently using the shared digital services. A European ePrescription also supports the overall management of the patient’s medication.

Source: Kanta.fi

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