Ordering repeat prescriptions
The easiest ways to order repeat prescriptions are:
- using your NHS account (through the NHS website or in the NHS App)
- using the GP online system SystmOnline
- fill out an admin query on e-Consult
We regret that we cannot accept repeat prescription requests over the phone because of the potential for error.
Repeat prescriptions require an annual medication review. You may be asked to consult with a clinician to ensure that your medication is safe and appropriate to continue to prescribe.
Please ensure you always have sufficient medication to last over the weekend and public holidays when the surgery is closed. Please note for routine prescriptions you must allow 5 working days.
Your nominated pharmacy may have arrangements to deliver your prescriptions for you if you are unable to get them yourself. Please check with them.
High risk medications
Medication over the Counter
Your GP, nurse or pharmacist will not generally give you a prescription for over the counter medicines for a range of minor health concerns. E.g Paracetamol and hayfever medications. Instead, over the counter medicines are available to buy in a pharmacy or supermarket in your local community. The team of health professionals at your local pharmacy can offer help and clinical advice to manage minor health concerns and if your symptoms suggest it’s more serious, they’ll ensure you get the care you need. Please help the NHS to use resources sensibly.
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Peartree pharmacy
Opening hours
- Monday to Friday, 8am to 9pm
- Saturday, 8am to 6pm
- Sunday, 8am to 5pm
Collecting your prescription
Due to the increased volume of repeat medication we have to process each day, we are now asking for 5 working days notice prior to collection of prescriptions.
You will need to choose a pharmacy to collect your prescription from. We call this nominating a pharmacy.
You can change your nominated pharmacy at any time:
- on the app or website where you order repeat prescriptions
- at any pharmacy that accepts repeat prescriptions
- using the GP online system: SystmOnline
Questions about your prescription
If you have questions about your medicine, your local pharmacist can answer these. They can also answer questions on medicines you can buy without a prescription.
The NHS website has information on how your medicine works, how and when to take it, possible side effects and answers to your common questions.
Go to Medicines A to Z (nhs.uk)
Medication reviews
If you have a repeat prescription, we may ask you to come in for a regular review. We will be in touch when you need to come in for a review.
Prescription charges
Find out more about prescription charges (nhs.uk).
What to do with old medicines
Take unwanted medicines to any pharmacy for safe disposal. Do not put them in your household bin. Please contact the Surgery for needle disposal and we will arrange collection
About pharmacists
As qualified healthcare professionals, pharmacists offer the following under the local pharmacy first scheme:
- Ear infections (2yrs – 17yrs)
- Throat infections (2yrs – 65yrs)
- UTI (female only 16yrs – 64yrs)
- Sinusitis (2yrs – 65yrs)
- Infected bites (2yrs+)
- Shingles (18yrs+)
- Impetigo (1yrs+)
They can also advise on medicine that you can buy without a prescription.
Many pharmacies are open until late and at weekends. You do not need an appointment.
Most pharmacies have a private room where you can discuss issues with pharmacy staff.
