Repeat Prescriptions

Patients on long-term medication can order repeat prescriptions in a number of ways:

• In person - drop your repeat slip in at reception with the required items clearly marked.
• By post - send it to us with a stamped addressed envelope if you want us to post it back to you.
• Online -  
• Using online access App such NHS App,

Did you know you can manage repeat prescriptions from The Azad Practice in the NHS App?

You can easily choose where your prescriptions are sent. So, if you know you'll be away from home or you are moving home, you can change your nominated pharmacy from within the app.

You can also order your prescription at any time that suits you. There’s no need to wait to join a telephone queue or wait until the GP surgery opens.

It’s easy to use, and, if you hit a snag, you can go to ‘Help’ in the top right-hand corner of the app or visit nhs.uk/helpmeapp.

Find out more about the NHS App at: www.nhs.uk/nhsapp

Please note we do no accept requests for medication over the telephone.

Medication Reviews

Patients on repeat medication will be asked to see a doctor, nurse practitioner or practice nurse every 6 months 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.

Please allow two full working days (48Hours) for prescriptions to be processed and remember to take weekends and bank holidays into account.

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.

NHS charges

These charges apply in England only. In Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales prescriptions are free of charge.

• Prescription (per item): £9.65
• A PPC costs: £31.25 for 3 months £104 for 12 months

If you will have to pay for four or more prescription items in three months, or more than 15 items in 12 months, you may find it cheaper to buy a PPC.

• Telephone advice and order line 0845 850 0030
• General Public - Buy or Renew a PPC On-line

There is further information about prescription exemptions and fees on the NHS website

Please allow 48 hours, excluding weekends and Bank Holidays, for your request to be processed. Any problems please telephone the surgery.

The Azad Practice statement on shared care with private provider.

 GPs are responsible for prescribing within their competency

Shared Care with Private Providers

Shared Care with private providers is not currently envisaged due to the general principle of keeping as clear a separation as possible between private and NHS care. Shared Care is currently set up as an NHS service. A private patient seeking access to shared care should therefore have their care completely transferred to the NHS.