Prescriptions

Ordering repeat prescriptions

The easiest ways to order repeat prescriptions are:

  • using your NHS account (through the NHS website or in the NHS App – the app is best because is the quickest route through the practice team)
  • using the GP online system: Click here

These accounts show you all your repeat medicine and dosage and you can choose the ones you need.

You can also:

  • email the prescribing team here: cmicb-wi.myrtleprescriptions@nhs.net (please include full name, DOB and address for reference)
  • bring the paper form to the surgery and put in the prescriptions box outside the front door

Nominate your preferred pharmacy for electronic prescriptions via the NHS app.

Prescriptions will be processed within 48 hours, following this please contact your pharmacy directly to track progress.

Please note, we can NOT take any prescription requests over the telephone.

Collecting your prescription

You can usually collect your prescription from the pharmacy 2 working days after you have ordered it.

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 your GP practice
  • at any pharmacy that accepts repeat prescriptions

Questions about your medication

If you have questions about your medicine, your local pharmacists 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.

If you would like to speak to someone at the GP surgery about your prescription:

  • phone our pharmacist after 10am on 01476 850123
  • visit the practice, when we are open.

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 it to the pharmacy you got it from or bring it in to the surgery. Do not put it in your household bin or flush it down the toilet.

About Pharmacists

As qualified healthcare professionals, pharmacists can offer advice on minor illnesses such as:

  • coughs
  • colds
  • sore throats
  • tummy trouble
  • aches and pains

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 consultation room where you can discuss issues with pharmacy staff without being overheard.

Read more about how pharmacies can help.

Additional Information

Pharmacy First

ADHD Prescribing

Fear of Flying Prescribing