Prescriptions

Ordering repeat prescriptions

We ask patients to order their prescription when they have 5 days of medication left.

The easiest ways to order repeat prescriptions are:

  • using your NHS account (through the NHS website or in the NHS App)

This account will show you all your repeat medicine and dosage and you can choose the ones you need.

You can also:

  • bring (or post) the paper form to the surgery, Monday to Friday from 8am to 6.30pm

We do not take repeat prescription requests over the practice phone or email.

Collecting your prescription

You can usually collect your prescription from the pharmacy 3 – 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 your GP practice
  • At any pharmacy that accepts repeat prescriptions

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:

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.

If you are on repeat medication and you are due a review of this medication.

You can use this via the NHS App.

Non-urgent advice: Patient Notice

If you are unable to use the internet for whatever reason, please still call the surgery on 0121 776 7572.

Please be aware the PSA / Receptionists will still have to complete a form for the triage team so you may be asked more questions that normal.

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.

About pharmacists

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.

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.