Prescriptions
Ordering repeat prescriptions
The easiest way to order repeat prescriptions is to:
- Set up an NHS account through the NHS website
- Login using the NHS App or Web portal
- Nominate a pharmcy for your prescription to be sent electronically
The NHS app allows you access to online services of your local practice.
These may include arranging appointments, repeat medication, secure messages, medical records and updating your details.
If you have a medication query you can use our online forms.
Collecting your prescription
You can usually collect your prescription from the pharmacy 3 to 5 working days after you have ordered it.
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 a pharmacy of your choice that accepts repeat prescriptions
Medication not on a repeat prescription
If you require medication that is not on your usual repeat prescription, please complete a query request using the online form or reception can support you.
Please note: there is no guarantee that the doctor will prescribe the medication for you, in which case you may need an appointment to see a doctor to discuss the matter.
Minor ailments
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. Find out more or search for a phamacy.
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.
Electronic prescription service
The Electronic Prescription Service (EPS) is an NHS service. It gives you the chance to change how your GP sends your prescription to the place you choose to get your medicines or appliances from.
What does this mean for you?
You will have more choice about where to get your medicines from because they can be collected from a pharmacy near to where you live, work or shop.
For further information on:
- Choosing a pharmacy or other dispenser
- Cancelling or changing your choice of pharmacist or dispenser
- What can I do if I'm unhappy with the process?
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 please fill in our 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.
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.
ADHD medication from a private provider
Please be aware that if you opt for a referral to a private provider and receive a diagnosis, we will not be able to prescribe ADHD medication or arrange monitoring. This is because private providers may not offer the same follow-up or monitoring as NHS specialists. Our practice does not enter into shared care agreements with private providers. Therefore, obtaining ADHD medication must be managed entirely through the private provider, and you should check the costs of ongoing treatment, including prescriptions and annual reviews.