Does it take 24 hours for a prescriptioni need the prescription stat?

It all depends: On what medication you need. Generally if the medication is common and well stocked, it shouldn't take 24 hrs, however some medications can be on a back order if there is a sudden rush of orders for it. For instance during a recent flu outbreak, the antiviral tamiflu was out of stock and patients had to wait till more could be shipped! Some medications may be uncommon and therefore not stocked.

Pharmacist: It doesn't take more than 30 minutes to get a prescription for most commonly prescribed medications to be filled. Call your pharmacist and explain the urgency of your need.