PRESCRIPTIONS ADVICE

Repeat Prescription Request

You request a prescription in one of the following ways:

• Request online using this link  – This is the fastest and easiest way to order. You must register to use this service, before you are able to order using this method.  For information about how to register please refer to the website’s home page.
• Hand it in at the reception or drop it into the prescriptions box Use the printed slip that comes with your medication. Please allow at least 2 working days and only tick the items needed (the other items will remain on your next form).
• Put it through the letter box if we are closed
• Post it to us (attach a SAE and we will post it back if you prefer)
• Fax it to us on 01823 323689
• If non of the above are possible you can telephone us on 01823 284973 between 9.00am – 12 noon Monday to Friday and 2.00 – 4.00pm Monday, Wednesday and Friday only.  Please note the prescriptions telephone line is closed on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons.

 

Medicines for Self Care

Somerset Clinical Commissioning Group has made the attached list of medicines of limited clinical value or for minor or self-limiting conditions NON-FORMULARY.  This means that your GP has been advised to no longer prescribe these medicines.  Further information about medicines for self care.

 

Electronic Prescribing

This is the quickest way to obtain your prescription from a pharmacy, since 2014 French Weir Health Centre has been able to send your prescription electronically to a pharmacy of your choice. Make sure that your nominated pharmacy is up to date on your record by completing the form below: Your prescription is then sent securely to your pharmacy and will be ready to collect within 2 days of request.

 

Nominate a Pharmacy