Prescriptions

Ordering repeat prescriptions

We are a 28-day prescribing practice. This means that most repeat prescriptions are issued for 28 days at a time, or up to one calendar month where clinically appropriate.

Prescriptions for acute or short-term conditions may be issued differently, depending on your clinical need.

When to order your repeat prescription

Please order your repeat prescription when you have 10 days of medication left to allow enough time for your request to be processed.

We can accept prescription requests up to 10 days before they are needed. If you need your medication early because of a holiday or other reason, please clearly note this on your request.

How do I request a Repeat Prescription?

The quickest and easiest way to order your medication is via the NHS App. If you require assistance with the NHS App, please visit Help with using the NHS App – NHS

You can also request a prescription by completing an online request form.

If you order by SystmOnline, please click here

If you cannot order online:- 

You can also request your medication by completing a ‘Repeat Prescription Request Slip’ available in our entrance foyer, and return this back to us.

When writing to us by letter, please include:

• your full name
• your date of birth
• the name of the medication you need
• the strength and dosage, if known

You can then:

• place your request in the prescription box in the entrance foyer
• use the post box at the front of the building when the surgery is closed
• post your request to the surgery

If you require your medication early due to holidays, please specify this clearly on your request form.

What if the medication I want to request isn’t on my Repeat Prescription list?

You can still request medication that is not listed as a repeat item. Please submit a new a request form here or submit your request in writing.

These requests may take longer than 5 full working days, as a GP will need to review them. You may also be asked to book an appointment or telephone consultation before the medication can be issued.

Contraception

Community pharmacies provide accessible contraception services, including ongoing oral contraception, initiation of the pill, and emergency contraception, often without the need for a GP or nurse appointment.

Visit your local pharmacy for more information.

Prescription Charges

For up-to-date prescription charges and information on whether you can claim free prescriptions, please visit NHS Prescription Charges .

You can save money by purchasing a Prescription Pre-payment Certificate (PPC). The PPC allows you to pay a fixed monthly fee for unlimited prescriptions.

For more information about PPCs and to apply for one, please see the NHS PPC webpage.