Prescriptions

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

• By Hand – drop your repeat slip in at reception with the required items clearly marked.
• By Post – remembering to enclose a stamped addressed envelope if you want us to post it back to you.
• Online -will be coming soon.
• Chemist collection – In addition to the above, you can arrange a collection services with your local chemist who will request your prescription from us and deliver to you.

We cannot accept requests for repeat prescriptions over the telephone except from housebound patients.

Please try and remember to order your medication at least one week before you run out.

Medication Reviews

Patients on repeat medication will be asked to see either a doctor, nurse practitioner or practice nurse at least once a year to review these regular medications.

 Please allow three full working days between requesting and collecting your prescription.

 Collections from the surgery should be made after 11:00 (10:00 at Hendon)

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.

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