Changes to how you order repeat medication
From 1 September 2026, you will no longer be able to order your medication through your local pharmacy. All GP practices in Tamworth are bringing in this change.
Why is this changing?
Pharmacies have helped by ordering medicines, but they don’t always have the latest information about your prescriptions. Only your GP has the most up-to-date records.
For example:
- Your medicine might be changed during the month
- A medicine might be stopped by your GP or consultant
This can lead to:
- Mistakes in orders
- Wasted medication
- Extra cost to the NHS
When does the pharmacy service stop?
You can use your local pharmacy to order prescriptions until 6pm on Friday 28 August 2026.
Does this affect everyone?
Yes.
The only exception is if your pharmacy supports you to take your medications at the right times, for example putting medicines in a dosette box, blister pack or tray before you collect them. In this case, you can still order these medicines via your pharmacy.
How to order from 1 September 2026
You can order your repeat prescriptions in these ways:
- NHS App – you can download and use it to order medication. If you are not familiar with using the NHS App, you can find out more information on this link NHS App – NHS.
Click this link to see videos on how to use the NHS App Videos about how to use the NHS App – NHS App help – NHS
- Your GP’s online system
- Paper form – tick what you need on your prescription slip and:
- Post it to your GP, or
- Drop it off at the surgery
- Come into reception and complete a request form
- Email your request to our prescription team laurel.prescriptions@staffs.nhs.uk
Important reminder
Only order the medicines you need.
Check what you already have at home before ordering.
Even if you don’t order some medicines every month, they will still stay on your repeat prescription list.