Prescriptions
Ordering repeat prescriptions
NHS account (through the NHS website or in the NHS App) – Anyone over 13 can register on their computer, tablet or phone. Using the NHS account allows you to request medication anytime of day. It is also the easiest, most convenient and quickest way to request medication.
Repeat prescriptions request form – Fill out a form
Repeat Prescription Slip – tick the medication(s) you require only, from the list attached to the prescription form, then post it or bring it in to the surgery
Written – We will accept a hand written note with your repeat prescription requests, please ensure that your full name, date of birth and the full medication name is clearly written.
We do not accept repeat medication requests over the phone or via email
We do not accept prescription requests for items more than 7 days early or medications that you have not had for more than 12 months
Order your repeat prescriptionQueries about your medication
If you have questions about your medicine, your local pharmacists can answer these. They can also answer questions on medicines you can buy without a prescription.
The NHS website has information on how your medicine works, how and when to take it, possible side effects and answers to your common questions.
Prescription Charges
From April 1st 2024, the NHS charge for a single prescription item will be £9.90 for those aged 18-60 with no exemption.
Prescription prepayment certificates (PPCs) – covers all your NHS prescriptions, including NHS dental prescriptions, no matter how many items you need. NHS Prescription Prepayment Certificate (PPC) | NHSBSA
- 3-month PPC costs £32.05
- 12-month PPC costs £114.50
- 12- month hormone replacement therapy (HRT) PPC costs £19.80
Find out more about prescription charges and see if you are eligible for help.
Pharmacy services
As qualified healthcare professionals, pharmacists can offer advice on minor illnesses such as:
- Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs) – women ages 16-64 years
- Shingles – ages 18 years and over
- Impetigo – aged 1 year and over
- Infected Insect bites – aged 1 year and over
- Sore throat – aged 5 years and over
- Sinusitis (Swelling of sinuses)- aged 12 years and over
- Ear ache – aged 1 to 17 years
They can also advise on medicine that you can buy without a prescription.
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.
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