Ordering Repeat Prescriptions
Repeat prescriptions are medications which appear on your prescription slip which the doctor would like you to continue on a regular basis. Your list can also be found on your online account.
How to Request a Repeat Prescription
Repeat prescriptions can be ordered as follows:
- Online
Using your Patient Access or NHS App - In Person
Tick the boxes on your green repeat medication slip. - By post
You can post your prescription slip to the practice. You must include a stamped addressed envelope for return by post if you will not be able to pick up your prescription from the Surgery (please allow extra time for any possible delays with the postal service). - Pharmacy ordering/collection service
Pharmacies offer a prescription collection service from our Practice. They can also order your medication on your behalf. This saves you time and unnecessary visits to the Practice. Please contact the Pharmacy of your choice for more information if you wish to use this service. - Please note we are unable to accept repeat prescription requests by telephone.
Collecting your Prescription
All prescriptions will be sent to your nominated pharmacy.
For some medications, the prescription must be printed off and taken to the pharmacy in person. You will always be notified if this is the case for your prescription.
- NHS prescription charges – NHS (www.nhs.uk)
- Save money with a prescription prepayment certificate (PPC) – NHS (www.nhs.uk)
- Find a pharmacy – NHS (www.nhs.uk)
If you have nominated a pharmacy, your prescriptions will be sent there.
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
Your local pharmacist can answer your questions on prescriptions and over-the-counter medicines.
Or
- Phone our practice pharmacist after 11am on 0121 568 4300
- Fill in an online 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.
About Pharmacists
Pharmacists are experts in medicines who can help you with minor health concerns.
As qualified healthcare professionals, they can offer clinical advice and over-the-counter medicines for a range of minor illnesses, such as coughs, colds, sore throats, tummy trouble and aches and pains.
Many pharmacies are open until late and at weekends. You do not need an appointment.
Most pharmacies have a private consultation room where you can discuss issues with pharmacy staff without being overheard.
Prescription Charges
Find out more about prescription charges on nhs.uk.
If you need help with NHS costs or need to find out if you can get free prescriptions please click the button below for further information.