NHS Prescription Charges

Pre-payment Certificates:

If you will have to pay for four or more prescription items in three months, or more than 14 items in 12 months, you may find it cheaper to buy a pre payment certificate.

  • The quickest way to order a PPC is online – Buy or Renew a PPC Online
  • If you need help buying a PPC, call us on 0300 330 1341

Medicines waste is a serious and growing problem within the NHS.  Sometimes Patients and Carers continue to request more repeat medicines than they need and stockpile at home.