Repeat Prescriptions

There are various ways of ordering repeat prescriptions:

• Using the tear off strip and post or drop the request into the surgery, if a stamped addressed envelope is enclosed we will post back.
• On-line ordering service via the link at the top of this page; please ask at reception for further information.

Please note we only take requests for repeat prescriptions by telephone between 10:30am-12:30pm.

A pharmacy of your choice will discuss the possibility of ordering your drugs for you to collect from them or in some cases they will deliver to your door.

If you have an I-phone there is an App available which works with our clinical system ‘SystmOnline’.

Please allow 72 hours for your prescription to be processed.

Most of your regularly used medications will be prescribed for three-months at a time. If you feel that you need a medication that is not on your repeat slip please make an appointment, or book a telephone consultation with a doctor to discuss this. A pharmacist is working with us overseeing the repeat prescribing system and may talk directly to patients about their medication. Our pharmacist will help you if you find your medication is running out at different times – she will synchronise everything to help to make your reordering easier and less time consuming for you.

Ipswich and East Suffolk Care Commissioning Group recommends that some medications available over the counter should not be prescribed; i.e. antihistamine.

Medication Reviews

Patients on repeat medication will 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