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Prescription Services

Getting your medicines should be simple. We take care of NHS repeat prescriptions, offer private prescriptions and are always happy to talk through your medicines.

No online booking for this service. Walk in during opening hours or call us.

About Prescription Services

Nominate Hockley Pharmacy as your regular pharmacy and your electronic prescriptions can be sent straight to us. We prepare them, check them carefully and have them ready to collect.

Our pharmacists are always happy to answer questions about your medicines, from how and when to take them to possible side effects and interactions.

Careful checking

Every prescription is clinically checked by a pharmacist.

Friendly local team

Ask us anything about your prescription or your medicines.

Medicines advice

Friendly guidance on side effects and interactions.

Dosette boxes

Filled and checked by our team to make routines simpler and safer.

What we offer

NHS repeat prescriptions

  • Order your repeat by phone on 01702 203233, through the NHS App or via your GP surgery
  • Choose Hockley Pharmacy as your nominated pharmacy through the NHS App, your GP surgery or by asking us
  • We can help you keep track of repeat items so you never run out
  • Repeat dispensing means your GP authorises several months of prescriptions in one go

Order by phone, through the NHS App or via your GP.

Dosette boxes

  • Dosette boxes, filled and checked by our team, to help you take the right medicines at the right time
  • We assess whether a dosette box would suit you and explain any charges before you start
  • Ask us about suitability

Ask us whether a dosette box is right for you.

Private prescriptions

  • Confidential access to medicines that are not available on the NHS
  • Quick, clear process with an on-site prescriber for certain conditions
  • Costs explained clearly before you commit

Speak to our team in confidence.

How to get started

It is easy to switch to us

  • Nominate us on the NHS App, with your GP surgery or in person
  • Ask about reminders and repeat dispensing if you take long-term medicines

Need your medicine urgently?

  • Call us on 01702 203233, as we may be able to help the same day
  • Out of hours, call NHS 111 or use the NHS 111 online urgent repeat-medicine service

How it works

  1. Nominate us

    Choose Hockley Pharmacy as your pharmacy.

  2. Order your repeat

    By phone, through the NHS App or via your GP surgery.

  3. We prepare it

    Checked, packed and labelled by our team.

  4. Collect

    Pick it up at the pharmacy when it is ready.

New to a medicine?

Ask us about the NHS New Medicine Service. It offers extra support in the first weeks of starting certain long-term medicines.

Before & after your visit

How to prepare

  • Order repeats a week before you run out, where possible
  • Keep an up-to-date list of all your medicines
  • Tell us about any new medicines or supplements

Aftercare & what to expect

  • Store medicines as directed and out of sight of children
  • Return unwanted or out-of-date medicines to us for safe disposal
  • Ask us if you are unsure about anything on your label

Frequently asked questions

How do I order a repeat prescription?

Call us on 01702 203233, use the NHS App or ask your GP surgery. It helps to order about a week before you run out.

How do I nominate Hockley Pharmacy?

Use the NHS App, ask your GP surgery or tell a member of our team. It only takes a minute.

What is a dosette box?

A tray with compartments for each day and time, filled with your medicines to help you remember what to take and when.

Can you supply private prescriptions?

Yes, for certain conditions. Speak to our team in confidence about what is possible.

Trusted sources

This page is general information, not personal medical advice. For urgent advice call NHS 111; in an emergency call 999.

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No appointment needed. Walk in during opening hours or call us on 01702 203233.

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