Ordering repeat prescriptions
For repeat prescriptions, we require 48 hrs notice (excluding weekends). The easiest way to do this, is to sign up to (nominate) a chemist to have your prescription sent to them electronically (Electronic Prescription Service).
We no longer accept repeat prescription requests over the phone.
You may order repeat prescriptions by bringing your request in to reception, by posting it through the letter box when we are closed or by using the postal service with a stamp addressed envelope (please allow one week’s notice if using the postal service).
You may also order/collect your prescription with the help of either Ling’s Chemist, Asda Pharmacy or Tesco Pharmacy all on The Old Kent Road. Please ask at reception for details.
Nominating a pharmacy
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:
- Online, on the app or website where you order repeat prescriptions
- At your GP practice
- At any pharmacy that accepts repeat prescriptions
Find a Pharmacy
Find a pharmacy near to you
Southwark Pharmacy First Scheme
Changing your nominated pharmacy
www.nhs.uk/nhs-app/nhs-app-help-and-support/prescriptions-in-the-nhs-app/nominating-a-pharmacy
Medication reviews
If you have a repeat prescription, we may ask you to come in for a regular review. Please book a routine appointment for your review.
To book a routine appointment:
- Request an appointment online
- Phone us Monday to Friday, from 10.00am to 6.30pm
- Visit the surgery and speak with a receptionist, Monday to Friday from 10.00am
Collecting your prescription
You can usually collect your prescription from the pharmacy 3 to 5 working days after you have ordered it.
Prescription charges
Find out more about prescription charges on nhs.uk.
About pharmacists
As qualified healthcare professionals, they 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.
Find a pharmacy
Many pharmacies are open until late and at weekends. You do not need an appointment.
Most pharmacies have a private room. This means you can discuss issues with pharmacy staff without being overheard.
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.