Ordering:

If your doctor has advised that you may request repeat prescriptions for your medication, you can order in the following ways:

• Online via the NHS app: If you are registered for online services, you can request repeat medication via the NHS app. 

We recommend using the NHS App, as this is not a third-party application like My GP or Patient Access - this allows us to provide better support.

• Online Request Form: Please find the link for this below.
• Paper Prescription Form: Use the prescription slip, provided by your chemist, to tick the items you require and place it in the prescription request box located in the surgery foyer. If you misplace the slip, or were not given one by the pharmacy, blank paper forms are available beside the box.

Important Information:

• Requests for repeat prescriptions cannot be taken over the telephone (unless you are over the age of 75).

• All requests for medication must be authorised by a doctor.

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

• It is important to allow sufficient time for pharmacies to dispense your medication - they may also be able to set up a service where they contact you when your prescription is ready to collect.

• If you would like your prescription to be sent directly to your local pharmacy, please indicate this clearly on your request form, or ensure they are set up as your nominated pharmacy.

Medication Supply:

• It is not standard practice for GPs to issue more than a 28 or 56 day supply of medication, as shorter prescribing intervals allow your condition and treatment to be monitored safely.

• In exceptional circumstances (such as travelling abroad), a GP may issue up to a 3-month supply. This is always at the doctor’s discretion and depends on your medication type and personal circumstances.

In England, you are exempt from prescription charges if you meet any of the following criteria:

• Under 16 years old

• Aged 16–18 and in full-time education

• Aged 60 or over

• Pregnant or have had a baby in the last 12 months (with a valid maternity exemption certificate)

• Have a specific medical condition (with a valid medical exemption certificate)

Exemption forms are available at reception - please complete the relevant form so it can be signed by your doctor and submitted to the NHS Business Services Authority, who will then process it.

It is important to submit these forms before your current exemption certificate expires as failure to do so may result in a fine.

A Prescription Prepayment Certificate (PPC) allows you to pay a fixed price for unlimited NHS prescriptions over a specified period of time.

This can save you money if you regularly need multiple items on prescription. 

If you get prescriptions for hormone replacement therapy (HRT), you may save more with a HRT PPC however, this does not cover all HRT medications.

You can apply online, by calling 0300 330 1341, or by asking at your local pharmacy.

It is important to see a GP or Clinical Pharmacist regularly to review any medication you are taking - this ensures your treatment is safe and effective.

We will invite you for any required monitoring, and it is essential that you attend these appointments.

If your medication requires regular blood tests, please ensure these are completed before requesting a prescription - this helps keep your treatment safe and prevents delays in receiving your medication.

Currently prescriptions are £9.90 per item - this applies to each individual item prescribed. For example, a prescription with three medicines incurs a charge of £29.70.

Some items are always free such as contraception, medicines prescribed for hospital inpatients and certain medical conditions (e.g., cancer treatment).

Our practice is set up for the Electronic Prescription Service (EPS).

This means we can send most prescriptions directly to your chosen pharmacy, saving you a trip to the surgery - please note, we still require two full working days to process all prescription requests.

With EPS:

• You no longer need to collect a paper prescription from the practice - your GP will send it electronically to your nominated pharmacy.

• You can choose a pharmacy close to where you live, work, or shop.

• In many cases, your repeat prescriptions will be ready in advance, so you may not have to wait as long when you collect your medication.

Please find below a link to download a leaflet regarding private prescriptions - please note that all matters are considered on a case-by-case basis.

If you have any questions or queries, do not hesitate to get in touch.