Repeat Prescriptions

You may order repeat medication up to 7 days in advance.  Over extended bank holiday periods such as Christmas and New Years this is increased to 2 weeks in advance.

Patients on long-term medication and approved for repeat prescriptions can order in a number of ways:

• In person - hand in your repeat prescription request to the reception staff.
• Online - follow the link at the top of this page to order your repeat prescription. If you have not registered for our online services please telephone or visit the surgery for details of how to do so.
• By fax - to the relevant number shown on our contact page.
• By post - send us your request and we can send your prescription back to you if you provide a stamped, self-addressed envelope. (Please allow for delays in posting time at weekends and bank holidays.)

• Repeat Prescriptions will not be accepted over the telephone

Please note, your pharmacy may be able to arrange collection of the prescription for you.

Medication Reviews

Patients on repeat medication will be asked to see a doctor 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.

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.

There is information about prescription exemptions and fees on the NHS website

• 3 and a 12-month prepayment certificates (PPC) are available

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 for advice.

REPEAT PRESCRIPTIONS, will not be accepted over the telephone.

You may order repeat medication up to 7 days in advance, by post, fax, online or in person.  Over extended bank holiday periods such as Christmas and New Year this is increased to 2 weeks in advance.