Prescriptions

Patients who are on long-term medication may have their prescriptions put ‘on repeat’ at the discretion of the clinician. You can request prescriptions in the following way:

• Online through either SystmOnline via the link at the top of this page (please ask reception to be registered for this.)
• On the NHS app or by logging into your NHS account at www.nhs.uk
• By email sxicb-bh.stpetersprescriptions@nhs.net
• Using your prescription counterfoil listing your regular medications to tick the items you need.
• In writing, stating name, date of birth and medications required.
• Speak to our pharmacy technician or your local pharmacy about moving your repeats onto ‘repeat dispensing’  https://digital.nhs.uk/services/electronic-prescription-service/explaining-electronic-repeat-dispensing-to-patients  This allows a batch prescription to be sent to your local pharmacy reducing the number of requests you need to make.

Important note: We are unable to take requests for repeat prescriptions over the telephone.

Please allow 3 clear working days for your prescription to be processed. If you have more than one prescription, please try to order all your items together.

St Peter’s employs a Clinical Pharmacist—Tracey Smalley with whom you can request a review of your medication.

Speak to our reception team to book an appointment.

Help with NHS costs

In England, around 90% of prescription items are dispensed free. This includes exemptions from charging for those on low incomes, such as:

• those on specific benefits or through the NHS Low Income Scheme
• those who are age exempt
• those with certain medical conditions
• More information is available at NHS Choices

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

• Prescription (per item): £9.90
• 12-month prepayment certificate (PPC): £114.50
• 3-month PPC: £32.05

If you will have to pay for four or more prescription items in three months or more than 14 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.