Repeat Prescriptions
Last Updated: Thursday, 01 February 2024If you have access to the internet and are comfortable using it then the easiest and safest way for you to order your repeat medication is via your NHS account.
You can access this on a PC or via the NHS app on a tablet or mobile device.
Your usual medications are listed and you simply have to click the ones you need to order.
It also helps keep the amount of time it takes to rekey information into the system when we receive your request.
Other ways of ordering your medication
If you prefer to order using a paper form you can bring either of the following to the surgery
- fill out a repeat prescription form at the surgery
- Email the prescription request inbox - cmicb-l.prescriptions.garstonfamilyhc@nhs.net
- bring the paper form to the surgery, Monday to Friday from 8:30am to 6.30pm
Important: advisory notice
We are unable to take repeat prescription requests over the phone or email. Doing this might cause your order to be delayed.
Collecting your prescription
You can usually collect your prescription from the pharmacy 3 to 5 working days after you have ordered it. Ask your pharmacy if they operate an SMS notification system to let you know when your medicines are ready to collect.
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 prescription
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 reception team between 8am to 6.30pm on 0151 295 9030
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.
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, they 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.