Prescriptions – The Light Surgery


Order a Repeat Prescription


How to order a Prescription through PATCHs

You can use PATCHs to request a prescription from your GP practice. Not sure how to order a prescription through PATCHs? Click here.

The easiest ways to order repeat prescriptions are:

  • submitting an admin request online through PATCHs here
  • using your NHS account (through the NHS website or in the NHS App)
  • phone us on 0113 2427425 if you can’t use the online service
  • in person at the surgery reception or over the phone if you can’t submit online

Systm Online

If you normally order your prescriptions through SystmOnline click here.

Questions about your prescription

If you have questions about your medicine, your local pharmacists can answer these. They can also answer questions on medicines you can buy without a prescription.

The NHS website has information on how your medicine works, how and when to take it, possible side effects and answers to your common questions.

Go to Medicines A to Z

If you would like to speak to someone at the GP surgery about your prescription:

Medication reviews

If you have a repeat prescription, we may ask you to come in for a regular review. We will be in touch when you need to come in for a review.

Prescription charges

Find out more about prescription charges.

What to do with old medicines

Take it to the pharmacy you got it from. Do not put it in your household bin or flush it down the toilet.

About pharmacists – Pharmacy First

As qualified healthcare professionals, pharmacists can offer advice on minor illnesses such as:

  • Sinusitis
  • Sore throat
  • Earache
  • Infected insect bite
  • Impetigo (a bacterial skin infection)
  • Shingles
  • Uncomplicated urinary tract infections in women

You can find out more about Pharmacy First by clicking here.

They can also advise on medicine that you can buy without a prescription.

Find a pharmacy

Many pharmacies are open until late and at weekends. You do not need an appointment.

Most pharmacies have a private room where you can discuss issues with pharmacy staff.