Methods of ordering your Repeat Prescriptions
- Via the NHS App – Owned and run by the NHS, the NHS App is the most simple and secure way to access a range of NHS services on your smartphone or tablet. The NHS App is available now on iOS and Android.
- NHS Online Login – You can view your current repeat medication and order the items you require. This is for patients who have a NHS login.
- Accurx – Click here to use our online system
- By repeat slip or on paper – You can drop your repeat slip in the prescription box
NHS Login
Please Note
Prescriptions will be processed within two working days from receipt of request and sent electronically to your nominated pharmacy. We do not give out routine paper prescriptions, a token will be issued for you to collect at your nominated pharmacy. Please note we do not take prescriptions requests over the phone unless in exceptional circumstances.
| Request Received | Electronic Prescription Sent To Pharmacy |
|---|---|
| Monday | Wednesday |
| Tuesday | Thursday |
| Wednesday | Friday |
| Thursday | Monday |
| Friday | Tuesday |
| For Example A script received on Tuesday will be sent to the Pharmacy on Thursday. The processing of the prescription once it has been sent electronically is down to the Pharmacy. Please see local signage in your nominated pharmacy. | |
Good Medication Management is Important
Please preempt ordering prescriptions to avoid medication running out.
If you are given 28 days of tablets and you have 7 days left, order your new prescription. Please do not order any sooner than is necessary. In the case of any medication emergency please contact 111 who may be able to assist you.
If you are going on holiday you should take a list of your medication with you. In case you have a problem ENSURE YOU HAVE ENOUGH MEDICATION TO COVER YOUR HOLIDAY. SOME COUNTRIES ALSO NEED A DOCTOR’S LETTER TO EXPLAIN THE MEDICATION. Check with your travel agent.
If you have elderly relatives ensure that they have an adequate supply of their medication. Dosette boxes/blister packs may be available from the Pharmacy. This is not available from the GP Practice.
It is important that you take your medication as advised. If you under/over order your medication you may be contacted by our inhouse pharmacy team to discuss compliance.
HRT Prepayment Certificate
From the 1 April, the Government is launching the HRT Pre-Payment Certificate (PPC) to reduce prescription costs for women receiving Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT).
The HRT PPC will be available to buy in one single payment online at www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/hrt-ppc, or in-person at some pharmacies. You can call 0300 330 2089 for help and support.
Before buying an HRT PPC, you should check if:
- you’re eligible for free NHS prescriptions using the eligibility checker: www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/check
- your medicine is covered by the HRT PPC. For a list of eligible HRT medication, visit: www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/hrt-ppc-medicines
- a 3 or 12 month PPC is more suitable. It covers all NHS prescriptions, not just HRT items. Visit: www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/ppc
Medication Reviews
If it important that you have your medication reviewed at least annually. The clinician may do this opportunistically if you are seen at the surgery, or you may be requested to book an appointment.
Prescription charges
These charges apply in England only. In Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales prescriptions are free of charge.
- Prescription (per item): £9.90
- 3-month PPC: £32.05
- 12-month prepayment certificate (PPC): £114.50
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.
- PPC Telephone advice and order line 0845 850 0030
- General Public – Buy or Renew a PPC On-line
Useful Information
Each drug has two names, the generic and the brand name. Where possible we use the generic name because this is usually much cheaper for the health service. Due to this, you may notice a change in colour, shape or size of your drug. Do not be concerned by this, you are still receiving the same drug of the same quality, it is only the appearance that has altered. It is your pharmacies choice which brands they hold.
What to do with old medicines
Take it to the pharmacy you got it from for safe disposal. Do not put it in your household bin, flush it down the toilet or bring it to the Practice.