Prescriptions
Ordering Repeat Prescriptions
Here are the easiest ways to order repeat prescriptions:
· Use your NHS account via the NHS website or the NHS App. You can book appointments, view your medical record, and check your vaccine status. You can also get your COVID pass, access health info, and register as an organ donor.
These accounts show all your repeat medicines and dosages, so you can select what you need.
You can also:
- Bring the paper form to the surgery, Monday to Thursday from 8:00am to 6.30pm, and Fridays from 8:00am to 1:00pm
- Use Patient Access if you have an account.
- Ask your nominated pharmacy to request it for you.
We reject repeat prescription requests over the phone or by email.
We can issue new medication only if prescribed by a hospital and supported by a letter. If our Practice finds a better option, we may prescribe that instead. Forward letters to our email: clinicalinfo.m91647@nhs.net.
If you’re going on holiday and need medication early, please let us know. Prescriptions may not be issued if overuse is suspected.
Over–the–counter medications cannot be prescribed. Please talk to your local chemist about them.
When you order a prescription online, you can send it electronically to a pharmacy of your choice. This is called a nomination.
Once you nominate a pharmacy:
- You won’t need to collect paper prescriptions from your GP surgery
- Your pharmacy will keep getting your prescriptions until you change or remove your nomination.
- Any outstanding prescriptions may still go to your current pharmacy.
You can nominate a high street pharmacy using the NHS App. They may also deliver to your home.
Online-only pharmacies will mail your prescriptions. To nominate one, register on their website or contact them. You cannot nominate an online only pharmacy through the NHS app.
Collecting Your Prescription
You can usually collect your prescription from the pharmacy 3 to 5 working days after ordering.
You need to choose a pharmacy for collection, called nominating a pharmacy.
You can change your nominated pharmacy anytime:
· On the NHS app or website
· At your GP practice
· At any pharmacy that accepts repeat prescriptions
Questions About Your Prescription
If you have questions about your medicine, your local pharmacist can help. They can also help with questions about over-the-counter medicines.
The NHS website offers details on how your medicine works. It explains when and how to take it, lists possible side effects, and answers common questions.
· Go to Medicines A to Z (nhs.uk)
To speak with someone at the GP surgery about your prescription:
· Call our pharmacist on 01922 775136
· 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 contact you when it’s time for a review.
Prescription Charges
Learn more about prescription charges (nhs.uk)
What to Do with Old Medicines
Return them to the pharmacy or bring them to the surgery. Do not throw them in the bin or flush them down the toilet.
About Pharmacists
Pharmacists, as qualified healthcare professionals, can help with common issues like:
- Coughs & colds
- Sore throats
- Tummy trouble
- Aches and pains
- Sinusitis
- Earaches
- Infected insect bites
- Impetigo
- Shingles
- Uncomplicated urinary tract infections in women
Please click the link below to find your local pharmacy:
· Find a Pharmacy
Many pharmacies are open late and on weekends. You don’t need an appointment.
Most pharmacies have a private room. This space is for discussing issues confidentiality.
