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Everything you need to know about prescription requests!

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The quickest and easiest way to request your repeat prescription is via the NHS App or via the NHS website (https://www.nhsapp.service.nhs.uk/login).  Using this method also allows you to track the progress of your request so you can see when your prescription has been sent to your nominated pharmacy. 

If you are unable to order via the NHS systems, your options are: 

  • Ordering via the Vine Medical Group website (https://www.vinemedicalgroup.co.uk/pages/medication-enquiries.php)

  • By making your request in writing.  Please clearly mark the items you require on your repeat slip and give or post to the reception team at one of our sites.  If you do not have a repeat slip, the receptionist can print one out for you. 

Up until recently, some pharmacies have been able to re-order your repeat medications on your behalf.  However, we have been informed by some pharmacies that they are no longer able to do this.  If this is the case, you should request your repeat by one of the methods outlined above. 

Please note, only medication that is on your repeat list can be re-ordered.  If you require a medication not on your repeat list, you will need to make an appointment to discuss your request with a clinician. 

We are unfortunately unable to accept repeat prescription requests over the telephone. 

 

How long does it take to get a repeat prescription? 

 If you place your order via the NHS App or website, your request will be reviewed and actioned within 3 working days. 

If you place your order via the vine medical group website or via writing, it will be reviewed and actioned within 5 working days. 

If you order via the pharmacy, your request will be reviewed and actioned within 5 working days of the request being received by the practice. 

 

Urgent medication requests 

Dealing with urgent medication requests takes time away from our GPs to consult with our patients.  Therefore, we require that all medication requests are made in plenty of time before you run out.   

We do not accept urgent medication request except in a few limited situations where it is deemed clinically urgent by our duty GP.  For example, if you have run out of insulin, a blood thinner or a medicine to treat epilepsy.  This list is not exhaustive.   

Please note, we have a policy of not accepting any urgent requests for dependence forming medications such as pain killers & sleeping tablets.  This does not apply if you are a patient on end of life care.  

 

 

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