Patients may order repeat prescriptions:

• By telephone to 297291 between  09:00 - 12 noon and  14:00 – 17:00
• By delivering or posting a request
• By ordering online 

Prescriptions will normally be available within 48 hours and those enclosing S.A.E will be sent by return post.

• To give 48 hours notice when ordering repeat prescriptions.
• To take medicines as prescribed.
• Not to expect a prescription every time you visit the doctor.
• Not to expect a prescription for drugs which are available directly from the chemist.
• To make an appointment to see the doctor / nurse practitioner after four repeat prescriptions.
• To make an appointment to see the doctor/nurse for a yearly medication review.

Help with NHS costs

In England, around 90% of prescription items are dispensed free. This includes exemptions from charging for those on low incomes, such as:

• those on specific benefits or through the NHS Low Income Scheme
• those who are age exempt
• those with certain medical conditions
• More information is available at NHS Choices

These charges apply in England only. In Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales prescriptions are free of charge.

• Prescription (per item): £9.00
• 12-month prepayment certificate (PPC): £104.00
• 3-month PPC: £29.10

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 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.