- Repeat prescriptions are normally for patients with long-term conditions who receive regular treatment.
- Prescriptions cannot be ordered over the telephone with the practice.
- Please allow up to 5 working days after submitting your request before collecting your prescription from the surgery or your chosen chemist. If your request is submitted over the weekend please remember this will not be looked at until the next working day.
Try the NHS App
You can now use the NHS App, a simple and secure way to access a range of NHS services and your GP account on your smartphone or tablet.
You can use the NHS App to check your symptoms and get instant advice, order repeat prescriptions, access test results, view your GP medical record and more.
For more information go to www.nhs.uk/nhsapp
There are a number of ways to order a repeat prescription:
- Use the NHS app (which you can download here: www.nhs.uk/nhs-app)
- Email us at mccg.prescribingclerk@nhs.net
- By writing a request by letter (please enclose a stamp addressed envelope)
- By clearly ticking the required items on a repeat re-order form and putting them in the practice mailboxes or handing them to a receptionist
- If you usually get your medicines from the on site pharmacy (Woodlands Pharmacy) you can phone them on 01634 570161 and they can take the order over the phone
- You can discuss with your regular pharmacy and they can order items on your behalf
- Please provide the exact drug names wherever possible.
- Please state whether you would like the prescription held at reception for you to pick up, or sent to a specific chemist.
- Patients with some chronic illnesses such as diabetes, hypertension, heart disease and asthma will be seen regularly for monitoring of their condition. You will receive an invite by letter around the month of your birth month.
- Please tell us of any changes to your repeat prescription list made at the hospital or if you stop any medication by yourself
- Do not stockpile unwanted drugs at home – return them to your chemist
New Prescriptions
If you think you may need a new prescription for medicine, please make an appointment with the doctor. Please state clearly on your request which preferred chemist.
Prescription charges
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.
Details of the current charges
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 pre payment certificate.
- The quickest way to order a PPC is online - Buy or Renew a PPC Online
- If you need help buying a PPC, call us on 0300 330 1341
There is further information about prescription exemptions and fees on the NHS website
Questions about your prescription
If you have questions about your medicine or your prescription please contact the surgery.
Your local pharmacists can also answer any questions about your prescription. They can answer questions on medicines you can buy without a prescription.
Find a pharmacy
NHS Medicines A to Z
About pharmacists
As qualified healthcare professionals, they 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 a pharmacy
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.