Prescriptions at Batheaston Medical Centre

How to order a repeat prescription

You can get a prescription through the NHS App or using our online system. Use our online system to order a repeat prescription. You will need to choose a pharmacy to prepare your prescription and collect your medication from.

You will also need:

• An online account.
• The name of the medication and dosage.
• To be at least 17-years old.

Nominating a pharmacy

When you order a repeat prescription online, you will have to nominate a pharmacy to prepare your prescription and for you to pick it up from.

You can nominate a pharmacy by using the NHS App or logging into the NHS website using a web browser. A high street pharmacy is where you collect your prescriptions in person. If you have chosen an online-only pharmacy, then they will send your prescription in the post.

If you order your prescription online:

• You will no longer need to collect paper prescriptions from our surgery.
• Your nominated pharmacy will have your prescriptions ready to collect until you change or remove them.

For more information about nominating a pharmacy, visit the Nominate a Pharmacy page on the NHS website.

How your pharmacy can help

Pharmacists are qualified healthcare professionals who can help you with minor health concerns. They can offer medical advice and over-the-counter medicines for minor illnesses like coughs, colds, tummy problems and aches and pains.

For symptoms that are more serious, we suggest visiting your GP or nurse. You can book an appointment by going to our Appointments page.

Guide to Prescriptions

The quickest and easiest way of ordering prescriptions is via the NHS App. https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-app/

You may apply in writing (preferably using the computer printed counterfoil) or online. If you have not previously registered for online services please complete our registration form.

Please allow two working days for processing. Your signed prescription can be collected from the pharmacy of your choice. If you would like your script to be kept at reception please indicate this clearly.

Should you wish your prescription to be posted to you, please enclose a stamped self-addressed envelope.

Please note we do not accept prescription requests over the phone. This is to protect patients from potential error.

Pharmacies

The practice has links with several local pharmacies:

• Bathampton Pharmacy, Holcombe Lane, Bathampton
• Boots Pharmacy, London Road, Batheaston
• Box Pharmacy, High Street, Box
• Larkhall Pharmacy, St Saviour’s Road, Larkhall
• Pharmacy2U (By phone, fax or online)

Please indicate the pharmacy of choice on your script.

There is always a pharmacy open in Bath on Sundays and Bank Holidays; usually 11:00 – 12:00 and 18:00 – 19:00.

Medication Reviews

Patients on repeat medication will be asked to see a doctor, pharmacist, 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.

Prescription charges

The NHS prescription charges apply to England only. These are:

• Prescription (per item): £9.65
• 12-month prepayment certificate (PPC): £111.60
• 3-month PPC: £31.25.

The Government provides help for those who have difficulty paying NHS prescriptions. You can find out more about whether you’re entitled to support from the Government on the NHS Prescription charges page on the NHS website.

More information and advice about NHS England prescription charges are on the Who can get a free prescription page on the NHS website.

Questions about your prescription

We are available to help with any problems about your prescription. Contact us if you are having problems with:

• Ordering repeat prescriptions
• Your pharmacy
• Out of stock items
• General concerns about your medication.

You can contact us finding our contact details on the Contact page.

You can also find more information about prescriptions on the NHS website.