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How to order Repeat Prescriptions
The best way to order your repeat prescriptions is through your NHS Account on the NHS App and NHS Online
To do this you will need to ensure that you are fully registered with the surgery and have had the prescription previously signed-off for repeat usage.
To use an NHS account , you need to have an NHS login
- If you already have an account you can login HERE
- To create a new account, please click HERE
When logged into the NHS App, you can select the ‘order repeat prescription’ button.
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You may be asked to nominate a pharmacy to collect a prescription from, allowing you to organise a collection or delivery from a pharmacy close to your home. It’s worth noting, not all pharmacies may be listed.
Once nominated and re-ordered, you’ll be able to collect your medicine in person when it is ready. Some pharmacies may also deliver.
You can of course also order your prescription in other ways, such as:
Repeat Prescriptions
Repeat prescriptions may be issued in agreement with your doctor.
We do not take phone requests unless you are housebound.
Please allow 2 full working days before collecting the prescription
We can post your prescription to you if you provide us with an SAE.
Your medication should be reviewed annually, more often if the doctor recommends. You will be advised of this date. The review appointment should be separate from other queries.
Prescriptions Charges
Find out more about prescription charges on nhs.uk.
If you 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 pre payment certificate.
- The quickest way to order a PPC is online - Buy or Renew a PPC Online
- If you need help buying a PPC, call us on 0300 330 1341
There is further information about prescription exemptions and fees on the NHS website
Questions about your prescription
If you have questions about your medicine or your prescription please contact the surgery.
Your local pharmacists can also answer any questions about your prescription. They can answer questions on medicines you can buy without a prescription.
Find a pharmacy
Click here for the NHS Medicines A to Z
About pharmacists
As qualified healthcare professionals, they can offer advice on minor illnesses such as:
- Coughs
- Colds
- Sore throats
- Tummy trouble
- Aches and pains
Pharmacies will also take your Blood Pressure and report this back to the surgery, it is recommended that patients purchase their own Home Blood Pressure Monitor so that if requested they can provide the information quickly.
They can also advise on medicine that you can buy without a prescription.
Find a pharmacy
Many pharmacies are open until late and at weekends. You do not need an appointment.
Most pharmacies have a private room where you can discuss issues with pharmacy staff in private.