You can order repeat prescriptions online:
You will be able to see all your repeat medication and dosages and you can choose the ones you need.
You can also:
- Bring the paper form to the surgery (the prescription request box is in main reception)
- Post the paper form to the surgery
- Most of the local pharmacies offer a collection and delivery service
We do not take repeat prescription requests over the phone or by email
Collecting your prescription
You can usually collect your prescription from your pharmacy 3 to 5 working days after you have ordered it.
Nominating a pharmacy
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:
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Online, on the app or website where you order repeat prescriptions
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At your GP practice
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At any pharmacy that accepts repeat prescriptions
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Questions about your prescription
If you would like to speak to someone about your prescription contact the surgery on our prescription line. Call 01922 775135 between 12.00pm to 2.00pm Monday to Thursday and select option 2.
Your local pharmacist can also answer questions about your prescription. They can also give you advice on medicines you can buy without a prescription.
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NHS Medicines A to Z
Medication Reviews
If you have a repeat prescription, we may ask you to come in for a regular review. Please book a routine appointment for your review.
To book a routine appointment:
We are open Monday to Thursday 8.00am to 6.30pm and Friday 8.00am to 1.00pm
Prescription Charges
Find out more about prescription charges on 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, they 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 will have a private room where you can discuss issues with pharmacy staff without being overheard.
NHS England has made changes to the types of medicines available on prescription for minor illnesses
The video below, explains why this change is needed. You can help the NHS by self caring and buying certain items over the counter.
Guidance on conditions for which over the counter items should not routinely be prescribed in primary care
www.facebook.com/BhamLocalTV/videos/496259567813353
Video: A Pharmacist explains: changes to medicines available on NHS prescription