GP refusing to prescribe melatonin

- Not asking for medical advice -

Just need some help from parents who found themselves in a similar situation.

My 8 year old was prescribed melatonin 3 years ago. Been taking it every night since. Our GP practice recently closed permanently and we registered with a different GP. This GP now is refusing to reissue her prescription even though it’s repeat and she’s had it for years?

I talked to 2 GPs at this practice now and likely every receptionist and they believe she doesn’t need it (she does). Is there anything else I can do except to go private which is the next best solution.

Thank you!!
Slightly panicked mum!

Posted Aug 11, 2026, 11:31 AM UTC

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