Prescriptions

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Get the NHS App and Request your Medication Online

We strongly recommend that you move to the NHS App for requesting you medication Download the NHS App

You can also use it to book appointments and it is also our recommended point of access to your medical record.

Medication "Not Available"?

We know that it is sometimes difficult to get the medication you need. If the pharmacist tells you the medicine is not available, you could try another pharmacy. The Boots website has a page where you can check if a nearby Boots pharmacy has the medication in stock. Please have a look at this first before contacting the practice: https://www.boots.com/online/psc/. (Note: the Selsey branch appears as '149-151 High Street, Chichester')

Repeat Prescription Requests

There are four ways that our patients can order their repeat medication.

For those with online access, you can:

*This does not need registration or an account. You will have to type in the medication you want, it does not show you your current medications.

If you do not have online access you can:

  • Use a **paper request tick box sheet

**The tick box sheet is usually given out when you collect a paper prescription. You can also get one when you collect medication from the pharmacy. You can post it to us, bring it in, or place it in the white box outside the medical practice. (We empty the box during every working day).

You cannot make medication requests on the telephone, or via email.

Online Repeat Medication Requests

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This is our recommended method.

The NHS App is a simple and secure way to access a range of NHS services on your smartphone or tablet. (This includes repeat medication requests).

Click this box to take you to the NHS App web page.

The features are available 24hrs a day. Useful things you can use the NHS App for during this time include:

  • check your symptoms

  • find out what to do when you need urgent help

  • order repeat prescriptions

online consultation

You might already use Accurx to make online consultation requests. You can also use it to order repeat medication.

You can use Accurx without setting anything up in advance. Because you can't see a list of your medication, you will need to remember what you want. You type your request into the simple form.

(This is only available 07:00 to 15:00, weekdays)

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This is a recommended way to make your request. You can see a list of your medication and select from it.

You need to register with us for online access in advance to use this (and other) online services.

 

Repeat Prescription Processing

We deal with Repeat prescription requests twice daily. We check them first. The chemist then checks your drugs are in stock, so please allow at least 4 working days for the whole process.

After a certain number of repeat prescriptions the doctor will reassess your medication. Regular medication usually means that regular check-ups are also necessary.

Please note: repeat prescriptions are only issued at the doctor's discretion. We only issue repeat prescriptions when the doctor feels that this is appropriate.

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Click this link to find out about annual Medication Reviews and how to organise yours if it is due.

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These charges apply in England only. In Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales prescriptions are free of charge. (figures updated June 23)

  • Prescription (per item): £9.90

  • 12-month prepayment certificate (PPC): £114.50

  • 3-month PPC: £32.50

A PPC is cheaper if you will have to pay for four or more prescription items in three months. It is also cheaper if you have more than 14 items in 12 months.

There is also a hormone replacement therapy (HRT) PPC, which costs £19.30. This will save you money if you need more than 2 prescribed HRT items in a year.

  • Telephone advice and order line 0845 850 0030

  • General Public - Buy or Renew a PPC On-line

Help with NHS costs

In England, around 90% of the prescriptions dispensed are free. This includes exemptions from charging for those on low incomes, such as:

  • those on specific benefits or through the NHS Low Income Scheme

  • those who are age exempt

  • those with certain medical conditions

  • More information is available at NHS Choices

There is further information about prescription exemptions and fees on the NHS website. (click the image).

Page last reviewed: 07 May 2025
Page created: 14 February 2020