Prescriptions

Ordering medication

You can order your medication by one of the following methods

You can order your repeat medication by:

Prescription orderedReady to Collect
MondayThursday
TuesdayFriday
WednesdayMonday
ThursdayTuesday
FridayWednesday

Please allow two working days for your request to be processed,(3 working days if ordered via the pharmacy) the prescription can be collected either by yourself or your nominated pharmacy

prescriptions can also be sent electronically to a pharmacy of your choice. This process is known as electronic prescribing, you will need to speak to your local pharmacy to set this up for you.

The practice policy is that all patients who are taking medication long-term basis are reviewed.

Your review date can be found at the bottom right-hand side of the prescription

please note for safety reasons we do not accept telephone requests

Other requests

If you have been seen in a hospital clinic and have been advised to see the GP for a medication please allow up to 4 weeks for the letter to arrive at the surgery and be processed.

See link for Hospital Medication Request

Bank/Public Holiday

Please ensure that you order your medication early around these busy periods to reduce the risk of running out when the practice is closed.

Prescription Charges and Exemptions

NHS Charges

Current NHS Prescription charge is £9.00 per prescription item

For information on help with medicine charges please visit NHS HELP WITH HEALTH COSTS