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Repeat Medication
Please follow the guidance below for information on managing repeat medication.
Please allow four full working days for processing, taking weekends and bank holidays into account.
Telephone requests cannot be accepted.
Repeat Medication via NHS Digital Services
NHS digital services allow repeat medication information to be shared electronically with a nominated pharmacy of your choice. This is known as pharmacy nomination.
The NHS App
Manage repeat medication via the NHS app
Use Online Services
Repeat medication - via NHS digital services
Online Form
If you're not registered with our online services, you can use our online form
Repeat medication can be managed using NHS online services. No account is required
Your Local Pharmacy
About pharmacists
As qualified healthcare professionals, pharmacists can offer advice on minor illnesses such as:
- coughs
- colds
- sore throats
- tummy trouble
- aches and pains
In Person
For repeat medication, please provide the right-hand half of your medication slip.
Alternatively, a handwritten request may be submitted, including the patient’s name, date of birth, and the relevant items. Requests may be submitted on behalf of another person
By Post
Written correspondence can be posted to the practice.
Please include a stamped, addressed envelope if required and allow sufficient time for processing
Questions About Your Repeat Medications
IIf you would like to speak to someone at the GP surgery about repeat medication information, please contact us.
Medication Reviews
Some patients may be invited to attend regular reviews as part of ongoing care.
The practice will contact you if this is required.
Charges and Exemptions
There are extensive exemption and remission arrangements in place to support people who may have difficulty paying NHS charges.
Charges are set nationally and are a flat-rate amount in England. NHS prepayment certificates may offer savings for people who require multiple items.
When travelling abroad, you may take your NHS medication with you, subject to relevant guidance.
Please visit the NHS website for the most up-to-date information on charges and exemptions.
These charges apply in England only.
Further Information
NHS Digital Service
NHS digital services allow secure electronic transfer of medication information from GP practices to pharmacies.
These systems are gradually reducing the need for paper forms.
Electronic Repeat Dispensing
Learn about the benefits of Electronic Repeat Dispensing and how to set it up.
Antibiotics: When and When Not to Use Them
What Are Antibiotics?
Antibiotics are medicines used to treat infections caused by bacteria. They work by killing bacteria or stopping their growth. Antibiotics do not work against viral infections such as the common cold, flu, or most sore throats.
When to Use Antibiotics:
For Bacterial Infections
Antibiotics may be appropriate for infections caused by bacteria, such as pneumonia, some throat infections, urinary tract infections (UTIs), and certain skin infections.
On the Advice of a Healthcare Professional
Antibiotics should only be used when a healthcare professional has advised they are appropriate. They will decide whether antibiotics are needed and which type is suitable.
Complete the Full Course
If antibiotics are advised, it is important to complete the full course, even if symptoms improve. Stopping treatment early can allow bacteria to survive and increase the risk of resistance.
When NOT to Use Antibiotics:
For Viral Infections
Antibiotics do not work against viral infections such as colds, flu, most sore throats, or viral bronchitis. These illnesses usually improve on their own.
When They Are Not Needed
Antibiotics should not be used for non-bacterial illnesses. Unnecessary use can contribute to antibiotic resistance, making future infections harder to treat.
Never Share Antibiotics
Antibiotics should not be shared with others or reused later. Treatment that is appropriate for one person may not be suitable for someone else.
Why Responsible Use Matters:
Using antibiotics incorrectly or when they are not needed can lead to antimicrobial resistance (AMR). This occurs when bacteria no longer respond to treatments that previously worked, making infections harder to treat and increasing the risk of complications and longer illness.
By using antibiotics responsibly, we can help protect their effectiveness for future generations. If you have concerns about an infection or treatment, please speak to a healthcare professional.