Repeat Prescriptions

Repeat prescriptions will be issued to you if you require regular medication. Your GP practice will require at least 2 working days to issue your repeat prescription and to reach the Pharmacies or for collection.

To request a repeat prescription:

You can order by

1. the NHS App

2. Patchs https://patchs.ai/practice/ashgrovemedicalcentre

3. SystmOnline https://systmonline.tpp-uk.com/2/Login?Date=20230721121815

4. Putting your prescription counterfoil in either of the boxes inside or outside the surgery.

5. by email wyicb-wak.ashgrove.prescriptions@nhs.net

We do not accept telephone requests for prescriptions.

If you have a query about your prescription you can speak to one of the team by calling the surgery on 01977 673141 The line is open from 8am to 6pm Monday to Friday

Prescription Location

Please use the space provided to inform the practice where you want your script to go by typing in one of the following options:

• Collection at Eggborough pharmacy
• Collection from Cohens pharmacy
• Collection from Rowland pharmacy
• Collection from Ash Grove Pharmacy
• Collect from the surgery
• Collect the script only from the surgery
• Home delivery

If you do not leave an option the practice will take the same action as your previous medication order.

Batch Prescribing

If you are taking a regular medication we are encouraging the issue of 6-months prescriptions each time they are due. This is intended to make our service easier for you and more efficient. This will be discussed at your medication review. You have the right to nominate the pharmacy you wish to pick up your medication from.

Medication Reviews

If you are receiving repeat medication you will be required to have a medication review every 6-12 months depending on the medication you are on. Review is important, to ensure that medication is working correctly (or is not causing a reaction) and to assess whether other medication is still appropriate for you to continue. When your medication review is due the surgery will contact you to make an appointment.

Important

If you do not attend a medication review when requested the practice has the right to only produce weekly prescriptions until a medication review has been performed (this is for your safety).

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