Prescriptions
Page last reviewed: 14 October 2022
Page created: 14 October 2022
Page created: 14 October 2022
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We do not take repeat prescriptions over the telephone for reasons of safety and accuracy. If you require a repeat prescription:
In keeping with national guidelines, we are in the process of replacing many branded medicines with unbranded drugs. The tablets may look different but they are quite safe and just as effective.
We are set up for the electronic prescription service.
This means that for most patients we can send your prescription to your chosen chemist directly saving you having to come down to the surgery.
Click here to find a pharmacy near you.
Your prescription will be sent to your chosen pharmacy
For more information about how to nominate a pharmacy click here
Help with NHS costs
In England, around 90% of prescription items are dispensed free. This includes exemptions from charging for those on low incomes, such as:
These charges apply in England only. In Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales prescriptions are free of charge.
If you will have to pay for four or more prescription items in three months or more than 14 items in 12 months, you may find it cheaper to buy a PPC.
There is further information about prescription exemptions and fees on the NHS website.