Repeat Prescriptions

If your doctor has approved your long-term medication on a repeat prescription basis you can order in a number of ways:

• In person - drop your computerised repeat slip in at reception with the required items clearly marked.
• By post - send it to us and remember to enclose a stamped addressed envelope if you want us to post it back to you.
• Online - once you have registred follow the  link at the top of this page.

Please note we are unable to accept requests for medication over the telephone.

If you are unable to get to the surgery to collect your prescriptions, you can:

• arrange with a pharmacy of your choice have your prescriptions collected and dispensed.
•  you can enclose a stamped addresed envelope with your request for us return the prescription to you

 Please note that HRT and contraceptive pill prescriptions are not issued as repeat medication.

Medication Reviews

Patients on repeat medication will be asked to see a doctor, nurse practitioner or practice nurse 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.

Please allow two full working days for prescriptions to be processed and remember to take weekends and bank holidays into account. If you are collecting from a chemist please allow an extra day.

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.

• From the 1st of April 2016 the prescription fee per item will be : £8.40
• 12-month prepayment certificate (PPC): £104.00
• 3-month PPC: £29.10

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