Ordering repeat prescriptions
From 7th October 2019 a pharmacy will not be able to order repeat prescriptions on your behalf.
You or your carer must order the medicines you need using any of the following methods:
- MyGP app – if you have a smart phone or iPad (download from your usual app store)
- Patient Access – secure online service (visit https://app.patientaccess.com/registration/create)
- Email to blackpool.adelaidemedicalcentre@nhs.net our dedicated prescription email address
- Drop off or post the re-order slip, selecting only the items you need. If you don’t have your slip from your last prescription, you can use one of our request forms or simply write a list
- Fill in and submit a prescription request form
We do not take repeat prescription requests over the phone.
Collecting your prescription
You can usually collect your prescription from the pharmacy 3 to 5 working days after you have ordered it.
You will need to choose a pharmacy to collect your prescription from. We call this nominating a pharmacy.
You can change your nominated pharmacy at any time:
- On the app or website where you order repeat prescriptions
- At your GP practice
- At any pharmacy that accepts repeat prescriptions
Questions about your prescription
If you have questions about your medicine, your local pharmacists can answer these. They can also answer questions on medicines you can buy without a prescription.
The NHS website has information on how your medicine works, how and when to take it, possible side effects and answers to your common questions.
If you would like to speak to someone at the GP surgery about your prescription:
- Phone our pharmacist after 10am on 01253 620725
- Fill in our medication query form.
Medication reviews
If you have a repeat prescription, we may ask you to come in for a regular review. We will be in touch when you need to come in for a review.
Prescription charges
Find out more about prescription charges (nhs.uk).
What to do with old medicines
Take it to the pharmacy you got it from or bring it in to the surgery. Do not put it in your household bin or flush it down the toilet.
About pharmacists
As qualified healthcare professionals, pharmacists can offer advice on minor illnesses such as:
- coughs
- colds
- sore throats
- tummy trouble
- aches and pains
They can also advise on medicine that you can buy without a prescription.
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.