Prescriptions
Page last reviewed: 01 April 2022
Page created: 01 April 2022
Page created: 01 April 2022
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Need to request a repeat prescription ? The easiest ways to order repeat prescriptions are:
or Email sghc.prescriptions@nhs.net
Please note we need atleast 3 working days to process your request ( excluding weekends)
Give at least 3 full working days. Please allow extra time for weekends and bank holidays.
Collect your prescription from the pharmacy 3 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. This means that you do not have to come to the surgery to collect your prescription and then take it to a chemist.
You can change your nominated pharmacy at any time:
Patients on repeat medication will be asked to see either a doctor, nurse practitioner or practice nurse at least once a year to review these regular medications.
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:
These charges apply in England only. In Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales prescriptions are free of charge.
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.
There is further information about prescription exemptions and fees on the NHS website.