Repeat Prescriptions
If you are on regular medication the doctor may agree that you receive your prescription without an appointment.
You can now nominate a pharmacy of choice and have your prescriptions forwarded to them electronically, this will save you having to collect from the surgery.
You can also order online via the link at the top of this page to save having to call the surgery to order. Please ask if you would like a log in for the Patient Online Services.
Send a stamped addressed envelope if you would like these posted to you. All prescriptions will be available to collect 48 hours after ordering.
For more information please ask reception.
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.
IMPORTANT NOTICE FOR PATIENTS WHO COLLECT THEIR PRESCRIPTIONS FROM THE SURGERY
We will no longer be issuing paper prescriptions from the surgery. All prescriptions will go electronically to a nominated pharmacy of your choice. This will allow you to collect your prescription directly from the pharmacy 48 hours after ordering. Please complete the slip below and hand it into reception or email it to us at elswickfamily.practice@nhs.net
If you already have a nominated pharmacy and wish to change to a different one please let us know before ordering your next prescription.
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
From 1 April 2019, the charges are:
- Prescription (per item): £9.35
- 12-month prepayment certificate (PPC): £108.10
- 3-month PPC: £30.25
- If you will need 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. The charge for a single prescription item is £9.35, whereas a three month PPC will cost you £30.25 and a 12 month PPC £108.10.
- PPC telephone advice line 0300 330 1341
- General Public - Buy or Renew a PPC On-line
There is further information about prescription exemptions and fees on the NHS website