Managing Prescriptions

Learn how to effectively manage your prescription library in Scripter.

Viewing Prescriptions

Access your prescriptions from:

Dashboard: Shows recent active and draft prescriptions
Prescriptions Page: Complete list with search and filters

Search & Filter

Search

Find prescriptions by:

Patient name (pet's name)
Client name (owner's name)
Prescription number (e.g., VRX123)

Type in the search box and results update instantly (debounced 300ms).

Filter by Status

Tab	Shows
All	Every prescription regardless of status
Active	Finalized prescriptions ready for dispensing
Draft	Work-in-progress prescriptions
Cancelled	Voided prescriptions

Prescription Statuses

Understanding prescription statuses helps you manage your workflow effectively:

Status	Description	Color Badge	What You Can Do
Draft	Work in progress	🟡 Yellow	Edit, save, delete, or mark as active
Active	Finalized prescription	🟢 Green	Edit, export PDF, cancel
Cancelled	Voided prescription	🔴 Red	View only (read-only)

Draft Prescriptions

Draft status is for prescriptions you're still working on:

When to use: Incomplete information, pending client approval, or saving for later
Auto-save: Changes are saved automatically as you type
No PDF export: Must be marked active before exporting
Can delete: Drafts can be permanently deleted if no longer needed
No date assigned: Prescription date is set when marked as active

Resume Draft Feature: If you navigate away from a draft prescription, Scripter will prompt you to resume when you return to create a new prescription.

Active Prescriptions

Active status means the prescription is finalized and ready for dispensing:

Prescription date set: Date is automatically set when you mark as active
PDF export enabled: Generate professional PDF for pharmacy
Still editable: Can make corrections if needed (changes are tracked)
Cannot delete: Must cancel instead to maintain audit trail
Unique IDs locked: Medication numbers are finalized

Cancelled Prescriptions

Cancelled prescriptions are retained for record-keeping:

Read-only: Cannot be edited or reactivated
Audit trail: Maintains complete history of who cancelled and when
Record retention: Kept for compliance (NSW: 2+ years required)
Still searchable: Appears in search results and filters

Prescription Actions

Preview

Quick view without leaving the list:

Click prescription number or name in the table
Preview dialog shows all details
Review patient, client, and medication information
Option to edit or export PDF from preview

Edit

Modify prescription details:

Click Edit button or click the prescription card
Opens the full prescription form
Make changes to any section
Auto-save preserves your work every few seconds
Click Save button to finalize changes
Changes to active prescriptions are tracked in audit log

Editing Active Prescriptions: If you've already given the prescription to a client, generate a new prescription instead of editing. NSW regulations prohibit handwritten alterations to computer-generated prescriptions.

Change Status

Mark as Active (from Draft)

Finalizes the prescription
Sets the prescription date to today
Locks medication identification numbers
Enables PDF export
Validates that all required fields are complete

Save as Draft (from Active - future feature)

Currently, active prescriptions remain active
Use Cancel if the prescription should not be dispensed

Export PDF

Generate printable prescription document:

Available for active prescriptions only
Click Export PDF button (appears on active prescriptions)
PDF downloads automatically to your device
Includes all prescription details formatted for NSW compliance
Shows prescriber signature/authentication
Ready to provide to client or send to pharmacy

Cancel

Void an active prescription:

Available for active prescriptions only
Click Cancel button → Confirm action
Prescription status changes to "Cancelled"
Cannot be undone - creates permanent audit record
Original prescription details preserved for record-keeping
Use when: prescription error, client declined treatment, or medication changed

When to Cancel: Cancel a prescription if it was issued in error, the client doesn't want it filled, or treatment plans changed. Do not delete active prescriptions - always cancel them for proper record-keeping.

Delete

Permanently remove draft prescriptions:

Available for draft prescriptions only
Click Delete button → Confirm action
Prescription is permanently removed
Cannot be recovered
Use for: test prescriptions, abandoned drafts, duplicate entries
Important: Active prescriptions cannot be deleted - use Cancel instead

Pagination

When you have more than 25 prescriptions:

Page controls appear at bottom
Choose 25, 50, or 100 items per page
Navigate with Previous/Next buttons

Editing Tips

When to Edit vs. Create New

Edit an existing prescription when:

Fixing a typo before the prescription is dispensed
Updating client contact information
Correcting medication dosage before issuing
Still in draft status

Create a new prescription when:

Client needs a different medication
Previous prescription has been dispensed
Changing treatment significantly
Original prescription was already provided to client

Common Edits

Updating Client Address

Go to Client Information section
Update address fields
Click Save
Client details update for this prescription only (doesn't change your client database)

Fixing Medication Directions

Scroll to Medications section
Click on the medication entry to expand
Edit the Directions field
Auto-save captures changes

Changing Clinic Details for One Prescription

Click "Edit" next to Clinic Information
Modify fields as needed (doesn't update your profile)
Use when issuing from a different location temporarily

Best Practices

Keep your prescription list organized for efficient workflow and compliance.

Prescription Workflow

Complete prescriptions promptly: Don't leave too many drafts pending
Mark as active when ready: Only finalize when you're confident about the treatment
Export immediately: Generate PDF as soon as you mark a prescription active
Cancel outdated prescriptions: Don't leave old active prescriptions that won't be filled

Organization Tips

Use consistent naming: Use the pet's full name as recorded in your practice management system
Delete test drafts: Clear out test or practice prescriptions regularly
Review drafts weekly: Complete or delete pending drafts to avoid clutter
Search by prescription number: Reference unique IDs when communicating with pharmacies

Compliance and Record-Keeping

Never delete active prescriptions: Always use Cancel to maintain audit trail
Document cancellations: Note in clinical records why a prescription was cancelled
Keep records for 2+ years: NSW requirement (Scripter retains indefinitely)
Review rejected prescriptions: If a pharmacy queries a prescription, review and correct

Quick Tips

Keyboard navigation: Use arrow keys in tables
Bulk selection: Coming soon in Phase 2
Prescription templates: Planned for future release
Export history: View in account activity log