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Prescriptions

Patients on regular medication do not always need to see the doctor for a repeat prescription. They can be ordered in writing or by completing the tear off slip on your previous prescription. Please give 48 hours notice for prescription requests.  ​Telephone requests will not be accepted.​

Your local pharmacy may operate a collection and delivery service.  Contact your pharmacy for further details.  Click here for list of local pharmacies contact details.

Prescription Charges

Most adults in England have to pay prescription charges.

Some items are always free, including contraceptives and medicines prescribed for hospital inpatients.

The current prescription charge is £9.35 per item.

A prescription prepayment certificate (PPC) could save you money on NHS prescription costs:

  • a 3-month PPC costs £30.25
  • a 12-month PPC is £108.10

Find out how to save money with a PPC

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