Prescription Fees

Extensive exemption and remission arrangements protect those likely to have difficulty in paying charges (NHS prescription and dental charges, optical and hospital travel costs).

The NHS prescription charge is a flat-rate amount which successive Governments have thought it reasonable to charge for those who can afford to pay for their medicines. Prescription prepayment certificates (PPCs) offer real savings for people who need extensive medication

Prescription Costs

• Details of the current NHS Prescription charges.
• A prescription prepayment certificate (PPC) could save you money on NHS prescription costs. Find out more about the prescription prepayment certificate.
• Telephone advice and order line 0845 850 0030
• General Public - Buy or Renew a PPC Online

There is further information about prescription exemptions and fees on the NHS website