REPEAT PRESCRIPTIONS

All prescriptions are computerised and each is accompanied by a printed repeat request slip on the right hand side of your prescription. Please retain this slip if you are likely to require a repeat of any of these items.

When requesting a repeat prescription, please tick only the items of which you are running out. Please do not stock pile drugs if you already have plenty in stock.

If there are any items listed, which you will not be requiring again, please cross them through and they will be deleted from our computer records.

We are unable to accept requests for repeat prescriptions over the phone. If you have lost your printed slip, write down the items required along with your name and address and hand it into reception.

HELP WITH PRESCRIPTION COSTS

People who have to pay for more than 3 prescription items in 3 months, or 14 items in 12 months, could save money by buying a PPC. From 1 April 2008, the charge for a single prescription item is £7.10, whereas a 3-month PPC will cost you £27.85 and a 12-month PPC £102.50. The most convenient way to pay for your 12 month PPC is by Direct Debit meaning you can spread the yearly cost over 10 monthly instalments.

IMPORTANT - some people can get free prescriptions. You should check whether you could get free prescriptions before buying a PPC.

Leaflet HC11 (Help with Health Costs) can be downloaded here in PDF format or is obtainable from Post Offices, some pharmacies and GP surgeries.
Alternatively, by writing to:
Department of Health,
PO Box 777,
LONDON SE1 6XH.

Telephone Advice/Order Line 0845 850 0030

It is usually very important to complete your course of tablets and if you have been taking a particular prescribed drug or using a prescribed cream or lotion for a long time, you must consult your GP before you stop using them. Just because you feel better now or the condition has cleared up, does not necessarily mean you don't need the medication any more. Always ask for the advice of your GP before discontinuing the treatment. You can do this via a telephone consultation, so you may not need to attend at the surgery.

Always check the USE BY date on medication and don't use after that date.

If you have drugs left over that you will not need, they should be taken to a pharmacy for proper disposal.
PLEASE DO NOT THROW THEM IN YOUR RUBBISH BIN.