To request a repeat prescription you can do this using one of the ways below:
- Online using NHS App
- Contact us online by clicking here
- Email us: [email protected] – please include your name, date of birth, and address with a list of items your require.
- Pharmacy
We are unable to accept requests for repeat prescriptions over the telephone.
Please allow two full working days for prescriptions to be processed and also remember to take weekends and bank holidays into account.
Electronic prescription service
In 2013, the NHS introduced the Electronic Prescription Service (EPS) which allows us to send your prescription electronically to your nominated pharmacy. This means that you no longer require a paper copy of your prescription.
Find a Pharmacy
The NHS website is able to help you Find a Pharmacy nearby. Please click here to visit the NHS Website to Find a Pharmacy.
Medication reviews
Patients on repeat medication will be asked to see a Doctor or 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.
NHS prescription charges and exemptions
Click here to visit the NHS website for the latest prescription charges and exemption criteria
Save money with a prescription prepayment certificate (PPC)
If you know you’ll have to pay for a lot of NHS prescriptions, it may be cheaper to buy a prescription prepayment certificate (PPC).
A PPC covers all your NHS prescriptions, including NHS dental prescriptions, no matter how many items you need.
A PPC does not cover the cost of other health items, such as wigs and fabric supports.
Prescription charges are for each item not for each prescription. For example, if your prescription has 3 medicines on it you will have to pay the prescription charge 3 times.