Overview
COVID-19 medicines delivery unit (CMDU)
The south east London COVID-19 medicines delivery unit (CMDU) provides COVID-19 treatments to people in south east London who are at the highest risk of becoming seriously ill from COVID-19.
Information on the treatment and eligibility criteria can be found on the NHS England treatments for COVID-19 page.
How to get treatment
Acceptance criteria
Treatment must be given within 7 days of symptoms starting if you:
- test positive for COVID-19; and
- are at high risk, such as, immunosuppressed, or have certain conditions. Please visit the NHS website for more details around eligibility criteria
If you have symptoms of COVID-19:
- test as soon as possible. Free lateral flow tests may be available. Please visit the NHS website for more information on free testing
- if you have tested positive and are eligible for treatment, please seek it immediately
How to access treatment:
1. Referral by a health professional
Your GP or hospital specialist should refer you to the CMDU. If you have not been referred but believe you should be, please contact:
- your GP/hospital specialist
- NHS 111
2. Self-referral
If you cannot get a referrals through the above pathways, please complete the self-referral form.
Our team will then review your details and contact you by telephone to discuss your case further.
You will only be eligible for treatment if you meet our criteria.
Last updated: May 2025
