Prescriptions

Ordering repeat prescriptions

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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.

Queries about your medication

If you have a question about a prescription, you can call our prescription line on 01253 957640 between 10am and 12pm each weekday.  We do not take prescription requests via telephone.

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.