Repeat Prescriptions

There are four methods you can use to request repeat prescriptions

• send a request by post
• call at the practice and complete a request slip
• fax your request to the surgery
• fill in the on-line request form below (please select either University Health Centre or Rowhedge Surgery so that we can have your prescription ready at the correct surgery).

You must allow 48 hours (two working days) for your medication to be ready for collection. 

If you are a new patient who has not previously recieved medication from this practice you will need to be seen by a doctor before you can order repeat prescriptions. 

University Students who are newly registered with the practice should contact the University Health Centre to check if their medication has been authorised before coming to collect their prescription .

If you use the on-line form you should receive an automated email - if you do not recieve a confirmation email please provide a written request in the normal manner. 

CHANGE OF ADDRESS

Please let the practice know if you change your address. Failure to do so could lead to you being removed from the Practice List by the Health Authority

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.