Repeat prescriptions
You may be told that the medication you are taking can be repeated for a period of time until you need to be reviewed again. In most cases you will be told when you need to be seen by the doctor again, but the computer will always make sure that he reviews your medications at least annually.
When you receive your medication from us, you will also receive a printed prescription counterfoil that lists your repeatable medications. When you need a new supply, please mark the items that you require on the counterfoil and either:
- post it to us
- place it in the labelled box at reception
- fax your request to 01722 714702
- e-mail your request to fovantprescriptions@nhs.net
- phone your request to 01722 714789 (mornings only) However, apart from making our telephone line much busier, this also introduces the potential for communication mistakes - it is always preferable to send in the counterfoil, clearly marked with your request. After all, you will nearly always have several weeks to anticipate your needs, just make sure to give us a couple of days.
Allow two full working days before collection.
We are here to help you - but please remember that this is a small practice - our staff have many duties and the process of checking medications is a very responsible one that should not be rushed. We try to keep an extensive stock but, once again, we need time to ensure that your medication is available. So please, please give us time to get it right.