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Repeating prescriptions allows you to get the medicines and treatments you need without going to the doctor's surgery or pharmacy every time. Managing repeat prescriptions effectively is key to staying well and improving your general health.   We recommend you speak to your pharmacist about how best to manage your refills to get a repeat prescription .   In this article, we will talk about how you can efficiently manage your repeat prescriptions. Let’s learn! What Is A Repeat Prescription? NHS Repeat prescriptions in Chislehurst are usually issued for drugs used to treat chronic conditions such as high blood pressure, heart disease, asthma, and diabetes. In some cases, you may be able to get a repeat prescription without seeing your doctor. It is usually done by filling out a form at your NHS prescription services. You can also request a repeat prescription online or by phone. Who Can Order A Repeat Prescription? If registered with a GP in England, you can get ...

One of the greatest benefits of living in the UK is that everyone is entitled to free healthcare through the NHS. However, while there are no fees associated with visiting your GP or seeing a specialist if you’re prescribed medication you will need to pay for it. At the time of writing, the current cost of NHS prescriptions is 9.35 per item.  Most adults have to pay for NHS prescriptions, but some groups are eligible for free medications. These include people who:  Are aged 60 or over Are pregnant or have a maternity exemption certificate  Have certain medical conditions  Are an NHS in-patient Receive certain benefits    Children under the age of 16 are eligible for free prescriptions as are those aged 16-18 who are in full-time education.  What is a Private Prescription? While the NHS is an amazing resource, the NHS has its limits. Waiting lists are notoriously long, it can be difficult to get an appointment, and some medica...