SELF CARE & REPEAT PRESCRIPTIONS

Re-ordering Repeat Prescriptions

Please check your supplies of medications regularly to ensure you do not run out

Only order those medications you are in current need of replacing

Our prefered way for you to order a repeat prescription is to use the blue Contact Us Online button and raise an admin query.  This will not ask you to log on or register

You can also use the Patient Access or the NHS App via mobile or online at NHS App. To do so you will need to create an account and register. This will bring up details of your medications and can also be used to book appointments on line. Please follow the links above for details of how to register for Patient Access or the NHS App

Alternatively, you can send a letter or the repeat medication side slip request form to the surgery. Remember to enclose a stamped addressed envelope if you require the script to be posted back to you or in person using a repeat medication slip available at the reception desk and posting it in the box in front lobby not at the counter.  Prescription requests left in the oustide box will not be processed until the next working day.

Please allow 7 working days for us to process your prescription and ensure it is delivered to the pharmacy of your choice.

Use of our online service is greatest over the weekends. Please allow an extra working day for the Practice to process repeat prescription requests received online on a Monday. 

Local Pharmacies do operate a service for repeat prescriptions - please enquire at the pharmacy for further details.

Shepton Mallet Phamacy is located within Park Medical Practice, Shepton Mallet.

Self Care

You may not be able to be prescribed these medicines due to their limited clinical value or more suitable to purchase for self care:

• Pain killers for minor aches and pains
• Soluble pain killers
• Hay fever preparations
• Cough and cold remedies
• Tonic, vitamin and health supplements
• Antiperspirants
• Treatment for non-serious constipation or diarrhoea
• Ear Wax removers
• Treatment for minor acne
• Threadworm tablets
• Lozenges, throat sprays,mouthwashes and gargles
• Slimming preparations
• Creams, gels and bandages for minor sprains and sports injuries
• Indigestion remedies for occasional use
• Tablets for minor nail infections
• Creams for bruising, tattoos and varicose veins
• Continuous barrier creams for nappy rash
• Head lice lotions and shampoos
• Athletes’ foot creams and powders
• Moisturisers and bath additives for minor dry skin conditions
• Travel medicines
• Food and toilet preparations except where clinically indicated 

Many of these products are cheap to buy and readily available from pharmacies and shopsYou may not be able to be prescribed these medicines due to their limited clinical value or more suitable to purchase for self care: