Repeat Prescriptions

Information for Pharmacy Christmas Opening Hours

You may order your repeat prescription by any of the following:

• Ordering online via the link at the top of this page.
• Leaving your itemised computer slip with the pharmacy of your choice (in Stanley) and they will drop it off at the surgery for us to process, then collect the following day
• Leaving your tear off slip in the box on the wall or with our receptionist

Prescriptions handed to the surgery before 12 noon will be ready for collection after 1pm the following day.

Medication Reviews

All medication on repeat prescription needs to be reviewed at least annually by a GP. You may receive a request to come in for a review. Similarly, we may indicate to you that you require something else (e.g. blood pressure or cholesterol review) therefore would be grateful if you could make an appointment if requested to do so.

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): £9.65
• 12-month prepayment certificate (PPC): £111.60
• 3-month PPC: £31.25

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