You can order your repeat prescriptions by:
Patients are advised to read our protocol regarding the Practice's prescribing position.
You can usually collect your prescription from the pharmacy 5 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:
Unless you come under one of these three categories -
- you can no longer order your prescriptions via telephone. You are able to order your repeat medication via:
NHS App https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-app/
Patient Online Access
Dedicated email Nencicb-cd.prescriptionrequestsacriston@nhs.net
Front desk / the drop in box inside the main doors
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 one of the practice's pharmacists about your prescription:
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.
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.
Find out more about prescription charges on nhs.uk.
As qualified healthcare professionals, pharmacists can offer advice on minor illnesses such as:
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.