Skin conditions · €25 GP review
Acne prescription online in Ireland — no appointment
Topical treatments or oral antibiotics for mild to moderate acne. Reviewed by an Irish-registered GP — no appointment needed. A prescription is issued only if clinically appropriate.
A question about acne? Ask our team
Prescription acne treatments work far better than most shop products. Tell us about your skin and an Irish-registered GP chooses a suitable cream, gel or tablet.
What it costs
€25 per request, refunded in full if the GP decides it is not safe to prescribe online.
How quickly
Reviewed the same working day for requests submitted before 5pm, Monday to Friday. Weekend requests are reviewed the next working day.
Who this is suitable for
- You are aged 16 or over and living in Ireland
- You have mild to moderate spots or blackheads
- You have tried, or want to move beyond, pharmacy products
- Deep painful lumps, cysts or scarring — you may need a specialist
- You are pregnant, breastfeeding or planning pregnancy
- Fever or feeling unwell
What your €25 covers
- Short clinical questionnaire you can finish on your phone
- Review by an Irish-registered, IMC-listed GP
- Prescription sent securely to the pharmacy you choose
- A written note in your patient record you can download any time
What we'll ask you
11 short questions, most of them yes or no. Your answers go straight to the reviewing GP.
- Which areas are affected, and how long has it been going on?
- How would you describe your acne?
- Do you have deep painful nodules, cysts, or scarring?
- What have you tried already, which products, and for how long?
- Are you able to upload clear photographs of the affected skin if your GP asks?
- Any irregular periods, excess facial hair or suspected PCOS?
- Are you pregnant, breastfeeding or planning pregnancy?
- If female and of childbearing age, what contraception are you using?
- Do you have any of: high fever, severe pain, breathlessness, confusion, or symptoms getting rapidly worse?
- List any drug allergies (or type 'none')
- Medicines you currently take (or type 'none')
When we'll say no
These answers stop the request and route you to a consultation instead.
- Nodulocystic or scarring acne needs assessment and may need dermatology referral for isotretinoin.
- Many acne treatments are unsafe in pregnancy — needs a consultation.
- These symptoms need to be assessed by a doctor directly.
When to get seen in person or urgently
- Get seen in person for painful nodules or cysts, acne that is scarring, or acne that is affecting your mood.
- Seek help the same day if you have thoughts of self-harm.
Common questions
- How long does acne treatment take to work?
- Most treatments take 6 to 12 weeks to show a clear improvement.
- Can you prescribe Duac or similar gels?
- Yes, combination gels like clindamycin with benzoyl peroxide are among the options the GP can choose.
- How much does an online acne prescription cost in Ireland?
- €25 for the GP review and prescription. Your pharmacy charges separately for the medicine. If the GP decides it is not safe to prescribe, the €25 is refunded in full.
- What happens if the GP cannot prescribe from my answers?
- You get a full refund of the €25, and the GP explains why. If a conversation would help, you can book a €39 video or phone consultation with an Irish-registered GP, usually the same day.
- Should I use acne treatment on my whole face?
- Yes — apply a thin layer to the whole affected area, not just individual spots, as treatments also prevent new spots forming.
Related guides and treatments
Sources
- AcneHSE (Health Service Executive) — HSE health A–Z
- Acne vulgaris — Clinical Knowledge SummaryNICE (National Institute for Health and Care Excellence) — NICE CKS
Start your acne request
€25, reviewed by an Irish-registered GP. If it isn't clinically appropriate, the GP declines and you are refunded in full.