Prescriptions

Repeat Prescriptions

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

  • In Person- drop your repeat slip in at reception with the required items clearly marked.
  • By Post- send it to us with a stamped addressed envelope if you want us to post it back to you.
  • Online– via the link at the top of this page. Note: You will first need to obtain login details from the Practice in person.

For safety reasons we cannot accept requests for medication over the telephone.

When ordering, please indicate if you are collecting your prescription or if we should forward it to your designated chemist.

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

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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.

Prescription Fees

Help with NHS costs

In England, around 90% of prescription items are dispensed free. This includes exemptions from charging for those on low incomes, such as:

  • those on specific benefits or through the NHS Low Income Scheme
  • those who are age exempt
  • those with certain medical conditions
  • More information is available at NHS Choices

NHS Charges

These charges apply in England only. In Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales prescriptions are free of charge.

  • Prescription (per item): £9.65
  • 12-month prepayment certificate (PPC): £111.60
  • 3-month PPC: £31.25

If you will have to pay for four or more prescription items in three months or more than 14 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.