Hednesford Valley Health Centre,
Station Road, Hednesford,
Staffordshire, WS12 4DH

Repeat Prescriptions

If you need to take medication on a regular basis your Doctor may decide to issue you with repeat prescriptions which will remove the necessity for you to be seen every time you need a fresh supply of medicines. All repeat prescriptions are produced on the Practice computer system and you will be given a repeat slip listing the medication that you can order without seeing the Doctor.


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Other Ways to Order Your Prescriptions

  1. By Post:
    Post the tear off slip indicating the medication you require to the surgery, enclosing a stamped self addressed envelope. If posting please remember to use a secure, tracked postal service and give at least one weeks notice for a first class and longer if using second class.
  2. In Person:
    All prescription requests should be completed in the foyer and placed in the box outside.
  3. Chemist:
    Arrange with a local chemist to request and collect your prescription. Prescription Collection Points.

We do not take prescription requests over the telephone because errors are easily made using this method.

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When will my Prescription be ready?

Prescriptions will be ready for collection in two / three working days (longer by post) if you will be picking the prescription up from the surgery.

Please remember to request repeat prescriptions well in advance of public holidays, etc.

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Collection Points

Patients can either collect their prescription from the surgery or a chemist of their choice.

In order for prescriptions to be collected from a chemist, patients need to register at their chemist of choice for the 'Prescription Collection Service'. Once the Chemist has agreed to collection on your behalf, Patients then need to instruct the Practice which must be in writing. Forms are available from most chemists.

Electronic Prescriptions Service

The Electronic Prescription Service (EPS) is an NHS service. It gives you the chance to change how your GP sends your prescription to the place you choose to get your medicines or appliances from.

Electronic Prescription Service leaflet.

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Good Medication Management is Important

Please preempt ordering prescriptions to avoid medication running out.

It is good practice that repeat medication is regularly reviewed so that you get optimum care. Please make note of the review date and make an appointment to see the doctor.

If you are going on holiday you should take a list of your medication with you. In case you have a problem ENSURE YOU HAVE ENOUGH MEDICATION TO COVER YOUR HOLIDAY. SOME COUNTRIES ALSO NEED A DOCTOR's LETTER TO EXPLAIN THE MEDICATION. Check with your travel agent.

If you have elderly relatives ensure that they have an adequate supply of their medication. Dossette boxes/blister packs can be arranged if they have a large amount of medication to take.

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Useful Information

Each drug has two names, the generic and the brand name. Where possible we use the generic name because this is usually much cheaper for the health service. Due to this, you may notice a change in colour, shape or size of your drug. Do not be concerned by this, you are still receiving the same drug of the same quality, it is only the appearance that has altered.

Please book your medications review appointment at least 10 days before your medication runs out.

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Prescription Charges and Exemptions

The NHS prescription charge is a flat rate amount which successive Governments have thought it reasonable to charge for those who can't afford to pay for their medicines. Prescription prepayment certificates (PPCs) offer real savings for people who need a lot of medication.

Prescription charges and Prescription Prepayment Certificates (PPC).

Prescription charges and who does not need to pay.