Prescriptions

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Repeat Prescriptions

The easiest ways to order repeat prescriptions are:

The NHS app shows all your repeat medications and dosages. You can select the ones you need.

You can also call our Prescription Line.

We are available Monday to Friday from 10:30 am to 1:30 pm.

The number is 0161 271 3130 - OPTION 2.

Collecting your prescription

You can usually collect your prescription from the pharmacy 2 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:

  • On the app or website where you order repeat prescriptions
  • At your GP practice
  • At any pharmacy that accepts repeat prescriptions

Electronic prescription service

The Electronic Prescription Service (EPS) is an NHS service. It lets you decide how your GP sends your prescription to the place where you want to get your medicines or appliances.

What does this mean for you?

You’ll have more options for where to get your medicines. You can collect them from a pharmacy close to your home, work, or shopping area.

For more information on:

  • Choosing a pharmacy or other dispenser
  • Cancelling or changing your pharmacy choice
  • What to do if you're unhappy with the process

Visit  Nominating a pharmacy - NHS App help and support - NHS

Questions about your prescription

If you have questions about your medicine, ask your local pharmacist. They can also help with questions about over-the-counter medicines.

The NHS website offers details on how your medicine works, when and how to take it, possible side effects, and answers to common questions.

If you want to talk to someone at your GP surgery about your prescription, please contact the prescription line between 10:30am- 1:30pm (Monday- Friday)

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, pharmacists 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.

 

Page last reviewed: 09 July 2026
Page created: 20 March 2024