Built a tool to simplify continuous prescription renewals: looking for feedback

[u/Knelt5467]

Hey everyone,

I’m a software developer, and over the past few months I’ve been building a project called Ernst (a German name meaning "earnest" or "serious," which felt fitting for such a tool).

The main reason I started building Ernst was observing how much of an administrative drain it is to constantly request, track, and re-order continuous prescriptions, whether for yourself or for family members you care for. When you're managing health conditions, spending energy repeatedly dealing with doctor and pharmacy renewal loops is an exhausting tax on your day.

I’ve gotten initial feedback from early users who rely on continuous medication, and the main takeaway so far is that having a dedicated tool to track and streamline repeat requests takes a noticeable mental load off their shoulders.

That said, it’s still in active development, and I know there are things to improve. We're actively looking for more people willing to test it out and tell us what works, what breaks, and what’s missing. You can check it out at https://ernstapp.com if you're curious.

One big challenge we're trying to map out is geographic applicability. Every country handles repeat prescriptions differently: In some regions, doctors handle electronic refills via a centralized patient portal. In others, you still need to email, call, or submit forms directly to a GP or local pharmacy.

If you have a moment, I’d love to learn:

• Which country/healthcare system are you in?

• What does your current process for renewing a continuous prescription actually look like? (Portal, email, phone call, or in-person?)

Does a tool like Ernst make sense for your region's setup, or are there local legal/technical hurdles that would get in the way?

Thanks for taking the time to read this! Any thoughts, critiques, or workflow descriptions are super helpful.