Other Ways to Order Your Prescriptions
- Online (See Above):
This is our favoured method as it allows us to process your request more efficiently. - Drop in box:
There are internal and external post boxes in both surgeries. Tick the repeat slip provided with your prescription or at the dispensary counter. - By Post to Wansford Surgery:
Post the repeat slip provided with your prescription indicating the medication you require to the surgery. If posting please remember to use a secure tracked postal service, give at least one weeks notice for a first class and longer if using second class.
If you are unable to use any of the above options or for prescription enquiries please telephone: 01780 783 994 on Mondays between 9am and 11am or Tuesday to Friday between 9am to 10am.
When will my Prescription be ready?
Prescriptions will be ready for collection in THREE working days (longer by post) if you will be picking the prescription up from the surgery.
Request Received | Script Ready By |
|---|---|
Monday | Thursday |
Tuesday | Friday |
Wednesday | Monday |
Thursday | Tuesday |
Friday | Wednesday |
For Example | |
Please request repeat prescriptions well in advance of public holidays, etc.
For those that request their prescription be sent to a local pharmacy then the time will be dependant on that pharmacy. Please contact the relevant pharmacy for an indication of the timescale.
Collection Points
Patients or their representatives can collect their prescription from the surgery
Electronic Prescriptions Service
The Electronic Prescription Service (EPS) is an NHS service. It gives you the chance to change how your GP sends your prescription to the place you choose to get your medicines or appliances from.
Good Medication Management is Important
Please preempt ordering prescriptions to avoid medication running out.
If you are given 56 days of tablets and you have 7 days left, order your new prescription. In the case of any emergency your regular pharmacist will give you a couple of tablets until you get your new prescription.
If you are going on holiday you should take a list of your medication with you. In case you have a problem ENSURE YOU HAVE ENOUGH MEDICATION TO COVER YOUR HOLIDAY. SOME COUNTRIES ALSO NEED A DOCTOR's LETTER TO EXPLAIN THE MEDICATION. Check with your travel agent.
If you have elderly relatives ensure that they have an adequate supply of their medication. Dossette boxes or blister packs can be arranged if they have a large amount of medication to take.
Useful Information
Each drug has two names, the generic and the brand name. Where possible we use the generic name because this is usually much cheaper for the health service. Due to this, you may notice a change in colour, shape or size of your drug. Do not be concerned by this, you are still receiving the same drug of the same quality, it is only the appearance that has altered.
Please book your medications review appointment at least 10 days before your medication runs out.
Prescription Charges and Exemptions
The NHS prescription charge is a flat rate amount which successive Governments have thought it reasonable to charge for those who can't afford to pay for their medicines. Prescription prepayment certificates (PPCs) offer real savings for people who need a lot of medication.
Prescription charges and Prescription Prepayment Certificates (PPC).