Survey on repeat prescriptions is ending

HEALTH chiefs are looking at the repeat prescription process to see if it can be improved for patients, pharmacies and practices.

A survey launched to gain public comment is closing shortly - Sunday February 25 - and people are urged to make their views known.

The feedback from the survey will be used to determine if improvements can be made and how any potential changes might impact patients.

It’s hoped the improvements identified can also help to reduce levels of wasted medicine, as some patients report ending up with more medicines than they need being stored at home, which can be frustrating for patients and wasteful for the NHS.

In Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland medicines waste is estimated to be around £2 million per year and West Leicestershire CCG is keen to find out if it can reduce its share of this by asking how people order their repeat prescriptions.

The results will help the CCG to build an understanding of how patients currently use the repeat prescription processes available to them and how any future changes might impact them.

Any patient or carer who orders repeat prescriptions is encouraged to complete the survey and let us know about your experiences.

Visit the CCG’s website for more information and to take part in the questionnaire.