You can order your repeat prescription via this website by simply following the link above and filling in the appropriate details.  You also have the option of deciding where you wish to collect your prescription from, either from the practice or one of the pharmacies in the local area detailed on the form.

We have also recently launched a brand new service which makes it easier than ever before to order your medication online.  This service is called SystmOnline.  Click here to find out more.

Please Note:  If you wish your prescription to be collected from one of the pharmacies, you first need to contact the pharmacy concerned to register with their collection service.   

Alternatively, you can request repeat medication by indicating the items you require on the tear-off slip of your prescription, and posting it to us or handing it in at reception. If you enclose a stamped addressed envelope we will post your prescription to you. 

Please allow two full working days between requesting and collecting your medication, or three if ordering after 6pm.

On occasion a GP may prescribe you what is known as an 'acute' medication.  This is a medication which has not been added to your list of 'Repeat' items, which may be because the GP wants to trial the medication to see what effect it has, or if it is something which is only meant to be used for a short period of time.  If you feel that you need a further supply of these medications, please contact the surgery over the phone or via the reception desk, or use the online prescription request form or SystmOnline.  In these cases, the request for medication must go to a doctor for review.  In some cases they may decide that they need to see you before they can issue a further supply of the medication.  After you have made your request, please contact the surgery after 5pm the same day to see whether the doctor is happy to issue the medication, or if they need to see you first.

Note that if you have never had a medication from us before and it is not a repeat item, you will need to see a doctor before it will be issued.

There are several ways that you can get help with your prescription costs, depending on your circumstances.

Prescription Prepayment Certificates

Prescription prepayment certificates (PPC) are available in England and they can save you money.

Prescription costs as of April 1 2012

• The current prescription charge is £7.65 (£15.30 per pair of elastic hosiery). Please note from April 1 2013 the single item prescription charge will rise to £7.85 (£15.70 per pair of elastic hosiery).
• A three monthly PPC is £29.10. This saves you money if you need four or more items in three months.
• A 12 month certificate is £104.00 and saves money if 14 or more items are needed in 12 months.

PPCs are available by 10 monthly direct debit instalment payments. The prescription prepayment certificates allow anyone to obtain all the prescriptions they need for £2 per week. 

Find out more about the prescription prepayment certificate.

Medical Exemptions

People with certain medical conditions can get free NHS prescriptions if:

• they have one of the conditions listed below and
• they hold a valid medical exemption certificate.

Medical exemption certificates are issued on application to people who have:

• A permanent fistula (for example caecostomy, colostomy, laryngostomy or ileostomy) requiring continuous surgical dressing or requiring an appliance
• A form of hypoadrenalism (for example Addison's disease) for which specific substitution therapy is essential
• Diabetes insipidus or other forms of hypopituitarism
• Diabetes mellitus, except where treatment is by diet alone
• Hypoparathyroidism
• Myasthenia gravis
• Myxoedema (that is, hypothyroidism requiring thyroid hormone replacement)
• Epilepsy requiring continuous anticonvulsive therapy
• A continuing physical disability which means the person cannot go out without the help of another person. Temporary disabilities do not count even if they last for several months

Or are undergoing treatment for cancer:

• including the effects of cancer, or
• the effects of current or previous cancer treatment

Also read the Medical exemption certificate FAQ.

How to apply for a Medical exemption certificate

To apply for a Medical exemption certificate ask your doctor for an FP92A form. Your GP, hospital or service doctor will sign the form to confirm that your statement is correct. At your GP's discretion, a member of the practice who has access to your medical records can also sign the form.

Your certificate will be valid from one month before the date that the NHS Business Authrority receives the application form.

The MedEx lasts for five years and then needs to be renewed. You may receive a reminder that your certificate needs to be renewed. If you don't receive a reminder, it is your responsibility to ensure that it is renewed.

You can find more information about the application process and refunds on the NHS Business Authority's website.