Prescriptions
Ordering repeat prescriptions
If you are receiving regular treatment you can obtain your repeat prescription without seeing a doctor. You may be asked to see the doctor on occasion to ensure everything is ok with your medication.
Prescriptions can be requested by:
- Online (using the NHS app/Patient access/myGP) Try the NHS app
- Using our online form which is located below. Please click the ‘Order your repeat prescription form’
- Via email at blackpool.highfieldprescriptions@nhs.net
- By completing a paper request and handing it in to our first floor reception
Repeat prescriptions take 48 hours to be issued. Please check with your pharmacy whether a prescription is ready to collect once it has been issued.
Ordering early due to going abroad
If you are heading abroad, please note that if you need to order your prescription early and it is a controlled drug.
Controlled drugs list – GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)
You will need to provide proof of travel to our prescriptions team, outlining the below.
This can be a confirmation of your flight tickets which clearly show the dates of travel and your name. This can be sent to blackpool.highfieldprescriptions@nhs.net.
Queries about your medication
We have a dedicated phone line and email address for prescription queries.
Our phone line is open Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 10am until 12pm, please call 01253 204674
Alternatively, whilst the line is not open you can email us at blackpool.highfieldprescriptions@nhs.net
Pharmacy First Service
Your local pharmacy can advise on provide treatment for the following conditions:
- Sinusitis (age 12+)
- Shingles (age 18+)
- Impetigo (age 1+)
- Sore throat (age 5+)
- Earache (age 1 to 17)
- Infected insect bites (age 1+)
- Urinary tract infections in women (ages 16 to 64)
No appointment is required for this service, simply go to a participating pharmacy. Your nearest participating pharmacy to Highfield Surgery is Lytham Road Pharmacy located in our building on the ground floor.
