What is a repeat prescription?
A repeat prescription is a continuous supply of certain medication that you can routinely order for a set period of time without having to see a doctor.
The doctor will arrange for this medication to be available for you to order for a clinically appropriate length of time and you will then require a review.
Ordering repeat prescriptions
The easiest ways to order repeat prescriptions are:
- using your NHS account (through the NHS website or in the NHS App)
- using the GP online system: Patient Access
These accounts show you all your repeat medicine and dosage and you can choose the ones you need.
You can also:
- fill out a repeat prescriptions request form
- submit your repeat prescription slip to the surgery
We do not take repeat prescription requests over the phone or email.
Collecting your prescription
You can usually collect your prescription 5 working days after you have ordered it.
Remember to take weekends and bank holidays into account.
If you are collecting your prescription from a pharmacy of your choice please allow 5 full working days.
Please be aware that due to complexities surrounding medication and the need to ensure safety prior to prescribing there are times where prescriptions can take longer than this, should you have any concerns then please contact the surgery.
Nominating a pharmacy
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
- fill out a nominate a pharmacy form
- 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:
- fill out an ask a prescription question form
Medication reviews
We review any regular medication on a repeat prescription annually and wherever possible the doctor will do this without you having to attend the surgery. From time to time, you may be asked to see a doctor, nurse practitioner or practice nurse to conduct a review of regular medications.
If you have been advised by the surgery that your medication review is due please complete our medication review online form.
Prescription charges
Find out more about prescription charges.
You can also find out if you are entitled to free prescriptions.
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 private room where you can discuss issues with pharmacy staff.