Repeat Prescriptions

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

• In person (although not currently due to the current COVID-19 circumstances)- Drop your prescription in the post box in the surgery reception. 
• By post - send it in with a stamped addressed envelope if you want it posted back to you.
• Online - once you have registered for online services, follow the link at the top of this page.
• Our telephone line - Our prescription line is available between 10am-1pm and 2pm-6:30pm Monday-Friday. It will also be available between 6:30pm-9pm on a Wednesday evening and 8a,-11am on a Saturday morning. 
  
  

Controlled Drugs, Gabapentin and Pregablin changes

From 1st April 2019, Gabapentin and Pregablin will be reclassified as a Controlled drug.

What does this mean for you?

• You are still able to receive the items for legitimate use on prescription, but there will be stronger controls in place.
• Controlled drug items will no longer be able to go on repeat dispensing or be given to you for more than 28 days. 

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.

When will my prescription be ready?

We will take up to 48 working hours to produce your prescription. However, some pharmacies can now take up to an additional 5 days to dispense medications. 

We have no control over this so please speak with your chosen pharmacy for more information. 

If you wish to change your nominated pharmacy, you can do this via reception or visiting your pharmacy of choice. Some online access apps will also allow a change of nominated pharmacy. 

Online Access - Are you ready to take matters into your own hands?

Online access gives you the option to book/cancel GP appointments, order your prescriptions and view parts of your medical records all from the comfort of your own home, or out and about. If this is something you're interested in, please head to our online services section where you'll find more information on how you can sign up.

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.

• Prescription (per item): £9.15
• 12-month prepayment certificate (PPC): £105.90
• 3-month PPC: £29.65

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 0300 330 1341
• General Public - Buy or Renew a PPC On-line

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

Electronic prescriptions

Electronic prescriptions are now available. This means your prescriptions will be sent (paperless) directly to your (participating) Pharmacy - no need to collect from the Surgery!

You will need to nominate a pharmacy for us to send them electronic prescriptions.
Contact Reception for details.

Phase 4 Electronic Prescription information

NHS Digital are introducing a new phase in Electronic Prescriptions. From 18th November 2019, patients without a nominated pharmacy will be given an electronic token (also known as a 'printed paper copy') at the GP Practice. The token will be given to patients (or their representative) and can be taken to any pharmacy in england. To read more, please click here. 

When will my prescription be ready?

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

We will take up to 48 working hours to produce your prescription. However, some pharmacies can now take up to an additional 5 days to dispense medications. 

We have no control over this so please speak with your chosen pharmacy for more information. 

If you wish to change your nominated pharmacy, you can do this via reception or visiting your pharmacy of choice. Some online access apps will also allow a change of nominated pharmacy. 

Batch Prescriptions (Repeat Dispensing)

You may be offered batch prescriptions, commonly known as Repeat Dispensing.

It is a new way of getting your medicines without having to ask the doctor or call the Practice for a prescription each time.

This is usually suitable for patients who are on stable medications which are not changing frequently. Eg. BP medications which are not likely to change in the next few months. 

Please speak to your Pharmacist or GP for further information.

Repeat Dispensing Patient Information

Hospital prescriptions

Click the document below to learn more about what to do if you have received a hospital prescription. 

Hospital Prescriptions

Repeat Prescriptions

We will take up to 48 working hours to produce your prescription once it has been requested. However, some pharmacies can now take up to an additional 5 days to dispense medications. 

We have no control over this so please speak with your chosen pharmacy for more information. 

If you wish to change your nominated pharmacy, you can do this via reception or visiting your pharmacy of choice. Some online access apps will also allow a change of nominated pharmacy. 

Need help managing your prescriptions at home?

Click on the links below for more help and information:

How to manage your inhaler stock at home

How to manage your insulin stock at home

How to manage your oral stock at home