Electronic Prescription Service

We are upgrading to the next phase of the Electronic Prescription Service (EPS) which will mean that almost all our prescriptions will be processed electronically from 10th March 2020.

Electronic prescriptions help save the NHS money.

You will receive your prescriptions in the same way as you do now.

Read more about EPS on the NHS website.

Repeat Prescriptions

If you have been given a repeat prescription, you will find the medication authorised for repeat listed on the tear off slip, attached to your prescription

Please tick those which you require and put the slip in the box, at reception. If required by post please enclose a SAE.

Alternatively you can order online via the link at the top of this page. You will need an online account to do this. Click here for more information about our online services. 

Unfortunately we are unable to take repeat medication requests over the telephone. Please contact your pharmacy or contact reception to set up online services.

A number of local chemists offer a home delivery service but you will need to speak to them directly.

Medication Reviews

Patients on repeat medication will be asked to see a doctor, nurse practitioner or practice nurse at least once a year to review these regular medications and notification should appear on your repeat slip. Please ensure that you book an appropriate appointment to avoid unnecessary delays to further prescriptions.

Please allow three full working days for prescriptions to be processed and remember to take weekends and bank holidays into account.

Over-the-Counter Medications

Following a review from NHS England, we are no longer able to prescribe over-the-counter medications for minor illnesses and conditions. You may be asked to purchase these yourself at your local pharmacy or supermarket. These include, but are not limited to:

• Painkillers and medication for fevers in adults and children, such as paracetamol/Calpol and ibuprofen/Nurofen
• Other cough/cold/sore throat remedies such as cough medicines, decongestants, and throat spray
• Hayfever medications such as antihistamines, nasal spray, and eye drops
• Moisturisers/emollients for mild dry skin (e.g. Aveeno, Cetraben)
• Vitamin D supplements

For more information visit the NHS website by clicking here, or see the easy-read document below 

Over-the-Counter Medication Changes

Prescriptions Charges and Exemptions

Extensive exemption and remission arrangements protect those likely to have difficulty in paying charges (NHS prescription and dental charges, optical and hospital travel costs).

The NHS prescription charge is a flat-rate amount which successive Governments have thought it reasonable to charge for those who can afford to pay for their medicines. Prescription prepayment certificates (PPCs) offer real savings for people who need extensive medication.

NHS charges

These charges apply in England only. In Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales prescriptions are free of charge.

• Prescription (per item): £9.15
• 12-month prepayment certificate (PPC): £105.90
• 3-month PPC: £29.65

If you will have to pay for four or more prescription items in three months, or more than 15 items in 12 months, you may find it cheaper to buy a PPC.

• Telephone advice and order line 0845 850 0030
• General Public - Buy or Renew a PPC On-line

There is further information about prescription exemptions and fees on the NHS website

Please allow 48 hours, excluding weekends and Bank Holidays, for your request to be processed. Any problems please telephone the surgery.