There are various ways you can request a repeat prescription:

• NHS APP - you can now download the new NHS App to any  mobile device.  If you are already registered for on-line access you will need to obtain an new up-to date account ID and passphrase from reception to access this.
• ACCURX- Link can be found under our online services tab. 
• Bring in the request and put it in the prescriptions box by the main entrance doors.
• Post it to us at Merridale Medical Centre, 5, Fullhurst Avenue. Leicester LE3 1BL

If you are on regular medication and have been told you can have a repeat prescription without needing an appointment, there are a number of ways in which to re-order. Please bear the following points in mind as this will help us to always provide a prompt repeat prescription service.

Please: 

• Order your repeat prescription in good time.
• Use the computerised request form you received with your last prescription. Simply put a tick against the items you need. If there has been any changes to your medication (such as by the hospital) please indicate these on the form.
• Please make sure you have a nominated pharmacy for your prescription to be sent to.

Please allow two full working days for repeat prescriptions to be processed. Please bear in mind that over weekends and bank holidays prescription requests will take slightly longer to process.

Find out more about prescription charges (nhs.uk).

The prescribing of gluten-free foods in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland (LLR) is ending from 1 February 2025.

 The LLR Integrated Care Board (ICB), the organisation that plans local NHS services, took the decision at its meeting on 12 December 2024, following a lengthy consultation process including discussions with patient representative groups and clinicians including GPs, dietitians and pharmacists.

 You can read more about the changes on the local NHS website: Gluten-free foods prescribing - LLR ICB

 Where you can find out more

 For further information about the changes to the prescribing of Gluten-free products and the support available please visit the local NHS website: Gluten-free foods prescribing - LLR ICB

 In addition to find out more about Coeliac Disease and how to manage symptoms, please visit  - www.nhs.uk/conditions/coeliac-disease/www.nhs.uk/conditions/Coeliac-disease

 There is a lot of information on the Coeliac UK website at www.coeliac.org.uk that you can access if you want advice about your diet including:

• Home of Gluten free recipes
• Diet and health workshops
• Food and drink information
• Gluten-free food on a budget

 The Association of UK Dietitians also have a range of support and information - www.bda.uk.com/resource/coeliac-disease-and-Gluten-free-diet.html

 The BBC Good Food website also contains top 10 tips for a gluten free diet www.bbcgoodfood.com/health/special-diets/top-10-tips-gluten-free-diet      

 Patient Webinars are also available to view on Overview of Coeliac Disease - patientwebinars.co.uk

 There is local advice and support available on the cost of living from local authorities:

• Leicester City Council - Household support fund
• Leicestershire County Council - Cost of living support
• Rutland County Council - Cost of living support

If you require specific advice, please ask your GP if you can be referred to a dietitian. If you have a general enquiry about the changes, you can:

• Email: llricb-llr.beinvolved@nhs.net
• Telephone: 0116 295 3405
• Write: Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland Integrated Care Board, Room G30, Pen Lloyd Building, Leicestershire County Council, Leicester Road, Glenfield, Leicester LE3 8TB