Repeat Prescriptions

Patients on long-term medication and eligible for repeat prescriptions can re-order in a number of ways.

• online prescription request service via the NHS app NHS App and your NHS account - NHS (www.nhs.uk)
• using a repeat medication  slip-put into box at surgery or posted and allow 48 work hours for script collection.
• via a pharmacy if you are on regular medication and have signed up with the pharmacist for electronic prescribing-more information on this is available form your pharmacist.

PLEASE NOTE: We are unable to accept any requests for medication over the telephone.

If you require a acute medications (i.e. Antibiotic etc) or items which you have not ordered over 6 months, you will need to make an appointment with the GP for review.

Electronic Repeat Dispensing

If you get regular or repeat prescriptions, you could save time by switching to electronic Repeat Dispensing (eRD).
eRD sends your prescriptions electronically from your GP surgery to a pharmacy of your choice. It’s easy to use and you don't need a computer or electronic device. Ask your GP or pharmacist to set it up for you.
eRD allows your GP to prescribe your regular medicines for up to a year. It’s reliable, secure and confidential. Your regular prescriptions are stored securely on the NHS database, so they'll be ready at the pharmacy each time you need them.
Using eRD you can:
• save time by avoiding unnecessary trips or calls to your GP every time you need to order a repeat prescription
• order or cancel your repeat prescriptions online (if your GP practice offers this service)
• pick up your repeat prescriptions directly from your pharmacy without having to visit your GP
• spend less time waiting for your prescription in the pharmacy or GP practice
• save paper – you won’t need a paper prescription to collect your medicine from the pharmacy
For more information about eRD and how it works, ask at your GP surgery or pharmacy, or visit the NHS website: www.nhs.uk/eRD

See leaflet: eRD patient leaflet

Please note we are not a dispensing practice.

Medication Reviews

Patients on repeat medication will be asked to see a doctor,  or practice pharmacist at least once a year to review these regular medications and notification should appear on your repeat slip.

Please ensure that you book an appropriate appointment to avoid unnecessary delays to further prescriptions.

You may also receive a letter inviting you for appropriate  routine bloods tests regarding any long term condition you have. PLEASE DO ARRANGE TO HAVE THESE TESTS WHEN PROMPTED, and book for a long term condition review with the appropriate practice nurse if requested  to do so.

Please allow two full working days for prescriptions to be processed and remember to take weekends and bank holidays into account.

Prescriptions Charges and Exemptions

Extensive exemption and remission arrangements protect those likely to have difficulty in paying charges (NHS prescription and dental charges, optical and hospital travel costs).

The NHS prescription charge is a flat-rate amount which successive Governments have thought it reasonable to charge for those who can afford to pay for their medicines.  Prescription prepayment certificates (PPCs) offer real savings for people who need extensive medication.

NHS charges

These charges apply in England only. In Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales prescriptions are free of charge.

• Prescription (per item): £9.90
• 12-month prepayment certificate (PPC): £114.50
• 3-month PPC: £32.05

If you will have to pay for four or more prescription items in three months, or more than 15 items in 12 months, you may find it cheaper to buy a PPC. 

• Telephone advice and order line 0845 850 0030
• General Public - Buy or Renew a PPC On-line

There is further information about prescription exemptions and fees on the NHS website

Please note: Prescription requests cannot be taken over the telephone. Requests can be made by your nominated pharmacy or in person.

Please allow a minimum of 48 hours, excluding weekends and Bank Holidays, for your request to be processed. Any problems please telephone the surgery.

You may order your Repeat Medication up-to 7 days before due. Please do this in a timely manner to avoid delays to your treatment.