Repeat Prescriptions

Please allow 2 complete working days for prescriptions to be processed - 3 days if your prescription is to be delivered to a chemist.

It is possible to order repeat prescriptions online, via the Patient Access System https://app.patientaccess.com.   You will need to have completed a request form and brought to the surgery with relevant ID requirements.  Only your repeat medications will appear in the listing.  Please see the Patient Access tab for further details.

Any items on acute issue will need to be requested via the comments box. The same time scales will apply for prescription processing as before. Please note that if you wish to change from your current pharmacy, it will be necessary for you to complete a Northdown Surgery Pharmacy Consent Form and hand it in to the surgery.

Electronic Prescription Service

Moving from Paper to Electronic Prescriptions - read more HERE

Medication Reviews

Patients on repeat medication may 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.

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