Medication Information
It’s important that you take your medication as advised and that if you have any questions, queries or concerns about the drugs that you’re taking, you discuss them with your GP. Drugs are prescribed by the Clinical Team on either a one-off or a repeat basis.
Repeat Prescriptions
A repeat prescription is a prescription that you and your doctor have agreed previously can be requested using the repeat slip for certain drugs. Your doctor will give you are computer-generated slip for these medicines and you will not need to make an appointment with the doctor to obtain a prescription unless the medication needs to be ‘re-authorised’.
How to Obtain Repeat Medication
This can be requested in person at reception (where you should leave your tear-off slip), by telephone, by post (enclose an SAE), or by the website (see above). The prescription will be ready 48 hours after ordering. Please collect prescriptions after 11 AM.
Medication Reviews
Patients on repeat medication will be asked to see a doctor, nurse practitioner, or practice nurse at least once a year to review these regular medications and notification should appear on your repeat slip. Please ensure that you book an appropriate appointment to avoid unnecessary delays to further prescriptions.
Over the Counter Medication
Please note that following the CCG guidelines few medications are classified as to buy over the counter and won’t be prescribed on the repeat prescription. Please find attached a detailed policy on this for Greenfield Medical Practice. OTC and Vitamin D policy.
Prescription Charges and Exemptions
Extensive exemption and remission arrangements protect those likely to have difficulty in paying charges (NHS prescription and dental charges, optical and hospital travel costs). The NHS prescription charge is a flat-rate amount that successive Governments have thought it reasonable to charge for those who can afford to pay for their medicines. Prescription prepayment certificates (PPCs) offer real savings for people who need extensive medication.
Non-urgent advice: NHS Charges
These charges apply in England only. In Northern Ireland, Scotland, and Wales prescriptions are free of charge.
– Prescription (per item): £8.80
– 12-month prepayment certificate (PPC): £104.00
– 3-month PPC: £29.10
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.
– Buy or renew a PPC online
There is further information about prescription exemptions and fees on the NHS website.