Repeat Prescriptions

If you need regular medication on prescription your doctor will usually organise a repeat prescription for you. This can then be ordered at set intervals without seeing the doctor in person. If you are a new patient to the practice, we will need to see you in person first to arrange this service.

Repeat prescriptions are normally issued on a monthly basis. Prescriptions should be primarily ordered online (i.e. NHS App or SystmOnline), however if you do not have access to the internet then you can contact us by telephone between 11:00 - 12:00 and 15:00 - 16:00.

Please contact the surgery to get set up for Online Services if you are not already.

PLEASE ORDER YOUR REPEAT MEDICATION IN ADVANCE - we operate on a 48 hour turnaround for requests. The practice is NOT able to take requests for SAME DAY REPEAT MEDICATION.

Collecting your Medication

Once completed, you can collect your medication from your nominated pharmacy - please check their policies on how long it takes them to dispense the medication once they have received the prescription. 

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.

Pharmacy First

Free advice and treatment for minor illnesses such as;

  • Aches and Pains
  • Allergies
  • Cold and Flu
  • Ear Care
  • Eye Care
  • Stomach Aches
  • Head Lice
  • Any Skin or Mouth Problem

If your condition is more serious, the pharmacist will then refer you to your GP.

For more information please visit:

www.newcastlegatesheadccg.nhs.uk/thinkpharmacyfirst

 

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