Prescriptions

Repeat Prescriptions

It takes 48 hours to process a repeat prescription and this does not include weekends or bank holidays.

You can obtain a repeat prescription by the following:

  • By putting your repeat prescription request form (ie the green tear off slip on the reverse of your prescription) in the repeat prescribing box in reception (just before reception desk).
  • By Email: gmicb-mh.fiveoakspxorder@nhs.net
  • By post
  • By asking at the front desk
  • Online via the link at the top of this page

Telephone prescriptions requests will only be accepted by patients 80 or over.

Please contact our Pharmacy Team on 0161 223 4211 if you have any queries regarding your medication.

 

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Electronic Prescribing Service

This practice is set up for the electronic prescription service.

This means that for most patients we can send your prescription to your chosen chemist directly saving you having to come down to the surgery.

To get your prescription sent to your chosen pharmacy you will have to ask reception to sign up.

For more information please click here

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.

Collections

In order to process the large number of requests each day please note that 48 hours' notice is required for repeat prescription requests. The schedule for ordering and collection is:

  • Order on Monday, collect on Wednesday
  • Order on Tuesday, collect on Thursday
  • Order on Wednesday, collect on Friday
  • Order on Thursday, collect on Monday
  • Order on Friday, collect on Tuesday

Due to the high volume of requests received by the practice each day, you should note that you will be asked to call back if you request your prescription earlier than the times indicated above.

Patients should be aware that most pharmacies can now arrange for patients' prescriptions to be collected from the practice on their behalf. To arrange this please contact your own pharmacist directly.

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Prescription Fees

Help with NHS costs

In England, around 90% of prescription items are dispensed 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

NHS Charges

In England, most adults need to pay for NHS prescriptions, currently at a cost of £9.90 per item. Certain groups are exempt from these charges, including those under 16, those in full-time education aged 16-18, and those aged 60 or over. Individuals with specific medical conditions, those receiving certain benefits, and pregnant women may also be eligible for free prescriptions. For those who regularly need prescriptions, a Prescription Prepayment Certificate (PPC) can offer significant savings. 
 
Key points about NHS prescription charges:
  • Standard Charge:
    The current cost for each prescription item in England is £9.90. 
     
  • PPC Savings:
    A Prescription Prepayment Certificate (PPC) can be purchased for either 3 months (£32.05) or 12 months (£114.50) and covers all prescriptions during that period. 
     
Exemptions:
Certain groups are exempt from prescription charges, including children, those in full-time education aged 16-18, those aged 60 or over, and those with specific medical conditions or receiving certain benefits. 
 
HRT PPC:
There's also a Hormone Replacement Therapy Prescription Prepayment Certificate (HRT PPC) specifically for HRT medications, which can be more cost-effective for some. 
 
Where to check eligibility:
You can use the NHSBSA to check if you are eligible for free prescriptions or help with health costs. 
 
Payment Options:
You can pay for prescriptions at the pharmacy or through the NHSBSA online service. 
  • 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.

Page last reviewed: 04 August 2025
Page created: 23 December 2021