Ordering repeat prescriptions
The easiest ways to order repeat prescriptions are:
- using your NHS account (in the NHS App or through the NHS website)
This account shows you all your repeat medicines and dosage and you can choose the ones you need.
You can also:
- use this online request form by pressing the prescriptions button below.
- fill out a repeat prescriptions request form and bring the paper form to the surgery, Monday to Friday from 8am to 6.30pm
We do not take repeat prescription requests over the phone or email.
Collecting your prescription
Prescriptions can usually be collected 3 to 5 days after they are ordered.
You will need to choose a pharmacy to collect your prescription from. We call this nominating a pharmacy.
You can change your nominated pharmacy at any time:
- on the app or website where you order repeat prescriptions
- at your GP practice
- at any pharmacy that accepts repeat prescriptions
Questions about your prescription
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.
If you would like to speak to someone at the GP surgery about your prescription:
- phone our pharmacist after 10am on 01295 270722
- fill in our medication query form.
Medication reviews
If you have a repeat prescription, we may ask you to come in for a regular review. We will be in touch when you need to come in for a review.
Prescription charges
Find out more about prescription charges (nhs.uk).
What to do with old medicines
Take it to the pharmacy you got it from or bring it in to the surgery. Do not put it in your household bin or flush it down the toilet.
About pharmacists
As qualified healthcare professionals, pharmacists can offer advice on minor illnesses such as:
- coughs
- colds
- sore throats
- tummy trouble
- aches and pains
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 consultation room where you can discuss issues in private, without being overheard.