Ordering Repeat Prescriptions
Repeat prescriptions are medications that appear on your prescription slip which the doctor would like you to continue taking on a regular basis.
Your list can also be found on your online account.
How to Request a Repeat Prescription
Patient Access
Repeat prescriptions may be ordered in the following ways:
- Online Services
You can order your repeat prescriptions via Patient Access on a computer, tablet or smartphone. This can now also be done via the NHS App. - Online Website Form
You can order your repeat prescriptions via our online website form. - In Person
Tick the boxes on your green repeat medication slip, OR, write a note stating what medications you would like and drop it off or post it to the surgery. Please only order medications that you need.
Collecting your Prescription
All prescriptions will be sent to your chosen pharmacy. If you do not have a chosen pharmacy then it will be automatically sent to your nearest chemist.
For some medications, the prescription must be printed off and taken to the pharmacy in person.
You will always be notified if this is the case for your prescription.
- NHS prescription charges – NHS (www.nhs.uk)
- Save money with a prescription prepayment certificate (PPC) – NHS (www.nhs.uk)
- Find a pharmacy – NHS (www.nhs.uk)
Questions about your Prescription
If you have questions about your medication, your local pharmacists can answer your questions on prescription and over-the-counter medicines.
You can also contact us at the surgery in two ways:
- Phone our pharmacists after 10am on 01922 683857
- Fill in an online form
Medication Reviews
If you have a repeat prescription, we will ask you to come in at least once a year for a review. Please make sure you book a routine appointment when we ask you to come in for your review.
You can do this in three ways:
- Use an online form
- Phone us Monday to Friday, from 10am to 6.30pm
- Visit the surgery and speak with a receptionist, Monday to Friday from 8.30am
Prescription Charges
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.
Find out more about prescription charges on nhs.uk.
About Pharmacists
Pharmacists are experts in medicines who can help you with minor health concerns.
As qualified healthcare professionals, they can offer clinical advice and over-the-counter medicines for a range of minor illnesses, such as coughs, colds, sore throats, tummy trouble and aches and pains.
Many pharmacies are open until late and at weekends. You do not need an appointment.
Most pharmacies have a private consultation room where you can discuss issues with pharmacy staff without being overheard.
Disposing of Old Medicines
If your medicine is out of date, unwanted, or some of it is left over after you have stopped taking it, do not put it in your household bin or flush it down the toilet. Instead, take it to your pharmacy to be disposed of safely.
Over-the-counter medicines
Did you know that your local NHS spends £15m a year on prescribing medicines that are available to buy at the pharmacy?
For coughs, colds, headaches, mouth ulcers, travel sickness and mild toothache seek pharmacy help first.