Methods of ordering your Repeat Prescriptions
If you regularly take a prescribed medication/medications, you will be given a repeat prescription request form. About one week before you need more treatment, please send us your request using one of the methods listed below:
- Via the NHS App – Owned and run by the NHS, the NHS App is the most simple and secure way to access a range of NHS services on your smartphone or tablet. The NHS App is available now on iOS and Android.
- Via our Online System – Click here to use our online system
- By repeat slip or on paper – You can put your request in on paper by dropping it through the letterbox.
We do not accept repeat medication requests over the phone.
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Patient Notice
Repeat prescriptions will be issued at the doctor’s discretion and are normally for patients on long-term treatment. Requests for prescriptions must be made in writing using the repeat prescription request slip.
- To avoid errors, please do not order prescriptions by phone.
- We are unable to take repeat prescription orders at weekends, public holidays or outside of normal hours.
- Prescription slips may be dropped into the practice or posted to the practice
- Please allow 48 hours if collecting a prescription and 5 days if enclosing a stamped address envelope
- Patient’s on repeat prescription systems should see the doctor at regular intervals as arranged by the doctor between 6-12 months for reviewing
- Most local pharmacies provide the services of pickup and delivery once authorised by patients are able to visit during it’s opening hours
- Patients should as their pharmacist for repeat medication
We do not accept any repeat prescriptions over the phone unless we know the patient to be housebound. We are happy to return your prescription by post provided you enclose a SAE.
Please do not leave it until the last moment before making your request. You will be asked to see the doctor from time to time to review your treatment and your state of health.
Please make an appointment for a review with the doctor that knows you best.
Please note that the consultation time should not be used for repeat prescriptions.
About Pharmacists
Pharmacists can provide health advice at any time. They can offer help on everyday illnesses such as coughs and colds and they are able to answer any questions you may have about prescribed medication or medication you buy over the counter. A pharmacist can also give advice on a range of health topics such as asthma, healthy eating or giving up smoking.
Some pharmacists do have private areas where you can talk in confidence. You can watch this video to find out more about what a pharmacist can offer.
If you are prescribed a medicine to treat a long-term condition for the first time, you may be able to get extra help and advice about your medicine from your local pharmacist through a new free scheme called the New Medicine Service (NMS). You can click here to watch a video about this service.
HRT Pre-Payment Certificate
The HRT PPC is available to buy in one single payment online at www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/hrt-ppc, or in-person at some pharmacies. You can call 0300 330 2089 for help and support.
Before buying an HRT PPC, you should check if:
- you’re eligible for free NHS prescriptions using the eligibility checker: www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/check
- your medicine is covered by the HRT PPC. For a list of eligible HRT medication, visit: www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/hrt-ppc-medicines
- a 3 or 12 month PPC is more suitable. It covers all NHS prescriptions, not just HRT items. Visit: www.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/ppc
Medication Reviews
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.
Nearby Pharmacies
Boots, 21 Selborne Walk London
020 8520 7017
Ashkar Pharmacies, 8A Rushbrook Crescent, London
020 8527 5443
Forest Chemist, 615 Forest Road, London
020 8527 2185
Wyedean Ltd, 21 Priory Court, London
020 8527 2020
D.P.Mark, 220-222 High Street, London
020 8520 2684
The Co-Operative Pharmacy, 147-151 Wood Street,Walthamstow, London
020 8520 3055
Superdrug Stores PLC, 6 Selborne Walk, London
020 8509 3142
The Pill Box, 23 St. James’s Street, London
020 8520 5820
Lloyds Pharmacy, 196 Higham Hill Road, London
020 8531 9057
Leyton Green Pharmacy, 768 Lea Bridge Road, London, E17 9DN
020 8539 5984
Waterman Pharmacy, 248-250 Forest Road,
020 8520 0795
Cavendish, 281 – 283 Forest Road, Walthamstow, London, E17 5JN
020 8527 1358
Prescription charges
These charges apply in England only. In Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales prescriptions are free of charge.
- Prescription (per item): £9.65
- 3-month PPC: £31.25
- 12-month prepayment certificate (PPC): £111.60
If you will have to pay for four or more prescription items in three months, or more than 15 items in 12 months, you may find it cheaper to buy a PPC.
- PPC Telephone advice and order line 0845 850 0030
- General Public – Buy or Renew a PPC On-line
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.