Prescriptions

Ordering repeat prescriptions

The easiest way to order repeat prescriptions is:

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

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

You can also:

We do not take repeat prescription requests over the phone.

Collecting your prescription

You can usually collect your prescription from the pharmacy 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

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:

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.

Find out more about prescription charges (nhs.uk).

Take it to the pharmacy you got it from. Do not put it in your household bin or flush it down the
toilet.

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.

Date published: 11th September, 2024
Date last updated: 17th September, 2024