Patient portal alternative
A ManageMyHealth medication list alternative for New Zealanders
ManageMyHealth is the patient portal many New Zealanders use to book appointments and view their general practice record. It is not primarily a medication tool, so if you want a clearer, portable view of your medicines, a focused app can help. Here is how ScriptPal complements it.
Updated 7 October 2026 · ScriptPal NZ
What ManageMyHealth is — and what it is not
ManageMyHealth is a patient portal provided through your general practice or primary health organisation. It is excellent for things like booking appointments, requesting repeat prescriptions and reading messages from your practice.
Where it is less suited is day-to-day medication understanding. Portal medication lists reflect what your practice has recorded, which can differ from exactly what you take — including over-the-counter medicines, supplements and anything prescribed elsewhere. It is a record, not a personal medication manager.
Where a dedicated medication list app helps
ScriptPal is not a replacement for your clinical record or your portal — it is a personal layer on top. You type in or scan what you actually take, so your list matches reality, not just what the practice has on file.
- Understand each medicine in plain English, not just its name.
- See your pharmacy blister pack slot by slot.
- Add over-the-counter medicines, supplements and custom remedies.
- Print a clean summary for any appointment or hospital visit.
Using ScriptPal alongside your portal
The two work best together. Keep using ManageMyHealth (or your practice's portal) for bookings and scripts; use ScriptPal as the place where you keep your own accurate, understandable medication list and carry it to any appointment.
Because ScriptPal is free to start, private by design and stores your information securely in Australasia, it is an easy addition rather than another subscription.
Try it in ScriptPal — free
ScriptPal is a free, NZ-made medication app. Organise your pills, understand what they do, match your blister pack and print a clear summary for your GP.
Frequently asked questions
Is ScriptPal a replacement for ManageMyHealth?
No. ManageMyHealth is your practice patient portal. ScriptPal is a personal medication app that works alongside it to help you understand and organise your medicines and print a list for appointments.
Why would I need a separate medication list app?
Portal medication lists can lag behind what you actually take. A dedicated app lets you record exactly what you take — including over-the-counter and changed medicines — in plain English, and carry a printable list anywhere.
Is my medication data private in ScriptPal?
Yes. Your information is stored securely in Australasia and is never sold or shared.
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This guide is for general education and does not replace personalised advice from your pharmacist, GP or prescriber.