Repeat Prescriptions
Some patients may be issued with repeat prescriptions for their medication (items are listed on a sheet on the right hand side of the prescription) so that they do not need to consult the doctor each time a script is requested.
Requests can be made by:
- Using Right Hand Side of last prescription to indicate which items are required for the next month, which may be left in the ‘repeat prescription box’, or alternatively be posted.
- Order by fax on 0114 2309580
- By completion of the Repeat Prescription request form located on the Reception desk
- Via the Internet if you are registered (if you require details please contact Reception)** Please note that this facility is only for prescriptions as shown on your repeat order form- any non repeat items must be requested in writing to the Practice**
- We need about 24 hours to prepare the prescription. Requests received before 6pm will normally be ready the next day after 2pm. On a Friday this means after 2pm on Monday. All patients on repeat prescriptions must see the doctor for review at least every 6 months. If the hospital changes your medication please let us know to change your repeat prescription.
Amount Supplied
28 days supply will be made on each repeat prescription. Exceptions to this are
- Oral contraceptives – 6 months
- Hormone Replacement therapy – 3 months
If inhalers are prescribed, only one of each will be issued per prescription.
Depending on the condition being treated, up to 3 prescriptions at a time may be issued, each for 28 days.
Medication that is not on the ‘repeat list’ will not be issued without consultation with a GP.
Medication Review
All patients receiving repeat prescriptions will have a medication review at least annually. Patients over 75 years will have a medication review every 6 months.
This will allow the following to take place:
- Treatment is still effective
- Treatment is still needed
- If side-effects are being experienced