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Online Doctor Prescription in Newtownforbes

Getting a GP appointment near Newtownforbes isn't always easy. DrCall brings an online doctor to you — same-day appointments, evenings and weekends included, from just €35.

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See a doctor online in Newtownforbes today

Newtownforbes is in Co. Longford, in the province of Leinster.

The county town of Co. Longford is Longford Town, and DrCall looks after patients in Newtownforbes, Longford Town and every other town and village in the county.

Many people prefer to be seen in the privacy of their own home. Online consultations are confidential, use secure GDPR-compliant technology and follow Irish Medical Council guidelines.

For people in rural areas around Newtownforbes, an online doctor can save a long drive — especially when the nearest surgery is busy or closed.

Online prescriptions in Newtownforbes: what to expect

Some medicines cannot be prescribed through DrCall at all: benzodiazepines, Z-drugs, opioids and stimulants are never prescribed.

You cannot simply order a prescription online — a doctor has to assess you first. With DrCall you book a short video or phone consultation from Newtownforbes, discuss the medication and your health with an Irish-registered GP, and, where the doctor considers it safe and appropriate, a prescription is issued.

  • Sent electronically to the pharmacy you choose, where appropriate
  • Repeat medication reviewed by an Irish-registered GP
  • Benzodiazepines, Z-drugs, opioids and stimulants are not prescribed
  • From €35, charged only once confirmed
  • Doctor assessment first — no “order and pay” prescriptions
LocationNewtownforbes, Co. Longford
ProvinceLeinster
Appointments7 days a week
PriceFrom €35
FormatVideo or phone, ~15 min
DoctorsIrish-registered GPs

Online GP consultation in Newtownforbes: what we can help with

  • Assessment of urinary, chest and ear infections where appropriate
  • Women’s and men’s health, contraception and sexual health advice
  • Ongoing advice and prescription support for long-term conditions
  • Advice on coughs, colds, sore throats, skin complaints and other everyday illnesses
  • Help with asthma, allergy and eczema flare-ups

Need something specific? Read our guides to getting a sick cert online and online prescriptions in Ireland.

Need an in-person doctor out of hours near Newtownforbes?

Many people searching for a “doctor on call” want a GP who can see them in person tonight. DrCall is an online service, so we can’t visit you at home — but if your problem suits a video or phone consultation we are open every day. For urgent in-person care when surgeries are closed in Co. Longford:

MIDOC 1800 302 702 Appointment only · has its own fees Service website → · Find your nearest service on HSE.ie →

Details last checked 4 October 2026. Phone numbers can change, so confirm on the service’s own website. In an emergency call 112 or 999.

How to book an online doctor in Newtownforbes

  1. Choose a timePick a day and a 15-minute slot. The earliest appointment is 30 minutes from now.
  2. Tell us what’s wrongComplete a short, secure form with your details, your pharmacy and the reason for your visit.
  3. Authorise your cardYour card is authorised, not charged. Payment is only taken once a GP confirms your appointment.
  4. See your doctorYour Irish-registered GP consults with you by video or phone, wherever you are in Newtownforbes.

Online doctor near Newtownforbes: evenings and weekends

DrCall is open every day, including evenings and weekends — handy if you work during the day in Newtownforbes or the surrounding area, or if you need a doctor when the local surgery has closed.

Serving Newtownforbes and nearby towns

DrCall is available right across Co. Longford. People in these places also book an online doctor with us:

More ways to find a doctor in Newtownforbes

It is the same DrCall service and the same booking — pick whichever wording matches what you are looking for:

We also see patients in neighbouring counties:

Frequently asked questions

How much does an online GP consultation in Newtownforbes cost?

A DrCall online consultation starts from €35. That covers your consultation, including a sick cert, repeat prescription or referral where clinically appropriate. Your card is only authorised when you book and is charged once a GP confirms your appointment.

Which pharmacy will my online prescription go to?

The one you choose when you book — for example, a pharmacy near Newtownforbes. If a prescription is issued, it is sent electronically to that pharmacy.

Can I get any medicine through an online prescription?

No. Your doctor decides what is safe and appropriate after speaking to you. Benzodiazepines, Z-drugs, opioids and stimulants cannot be prescribed through DrCall.

What if I need to be seen in person?

If a physical examination is needed, your doctor will explain why and advise on the best next step. In an emergency, call 112 or 999 or go to your nearest emergency department.

Which pharmacy will my prescription go to?

The pharmacy you choose when you book. If your doctor issues a prescription it is sent electronically to that pharmacy, so you can collect it close to Newtownforbes.

What if I need a doctor in person in Newtownforbes tonight?

DrCall is an online service, so we cannot send a doctor to your door. For urgent in-person care when surgeries are closed in Co. Longford, contact MIDOC on 1800 302 702 — it is an appointment-only service with its own fees. You can also find your nearest out-of-hours GP or emergency department on the HSE website. In an emergency call 112 or 999. If your concern suits a video or phone consultation, you can book DrCall any day.

Can I book a follow-up if I need one?

Yes. If your doctor wants to review you again they will say so, and you can simply book another appointment online.

Can I get a prescription or sick cert online in Newtownforbes?

Yes, where your doctor considers it clinically appropriate. Prescriptions are sent electronically to the pharmacy you choose, and sick certs are available for work or college. DrCall cannot prescribe benzodiazepines, Z-drugs, opioids or stimulants.

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