Repeat Prescriptions

Please request your repeat prescription online or in person.     

Telephone requests will only be available to patients on our housebound or vulnerable list.

This is inline with latest NHS guidance around safe prescribing.

Ways to request a repeat prescription:

• Online - click here to order using the NHS App

• Online - click here to order using Patient Access

• Telephone - you can order your prescription by telephone. Call 01457 872228 between 10:00 – 18:30 Monday – Friday. 

• In person - bring your repeat prescription slip it to the practice and pop it into the box at the reception counter.

If you have any special requirements please contact us on 01457 872228 to discuss these. Please note we do not accept requests for repeat prescriptions from pharmacies.

How long will it take?

Please give us two full working days to process any repeat prescriptions. Also, please take note of the time allowed before a review of your repeat prescription is necessary. If you request an item that is not authorised as a repeat, this will take longer to process as approval will have to be sought from a doctor.

Where do I collect the Prescription from?

Prescriptions can be collected from Uppermill surgery or from one of the local pharmacies.

Electronic Prescription Service (EPS)

If you get regular prescriptions EPS may be able to save you time by saving you unnecessary trips to your GP.  EPS allows your prescription to be sent directly to your pharmacy.  If you would like to use this service, please discuss with your chosen pharmacy.

For more information visit NHS choices EPS

Prescriptions 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 which 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.

NHS charges

These charges apply in England only. In Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales prescriptions are free of charge.

• Prescription (per item): £9.65
• 12-month prepayment certificate (PPC): £111.60
• 3-month PPC: £31.25

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.

• Telephone advice and order line 0845 850 0030
• General Public - Buy or Renew a PPC On-line

There is further information about prescription exemptions and fees on the NHS website