NHS Prescription Prepayment Certificate

If you regularly get more than one prescription you may be able to save money by purchasing an NHS Prescription Prepayment Certificate.

• The prepayment certificate can save people money if they pay for more than three items in three months, or 11 items in 12 months. 
• People on a low income could be entitled to help with costs or free prescriptions through the low income scheme, depending on their circumstances.

Healthcare staff are urged to remind their patients about these schemes – particularly those living with long-term conditions and people living in deprived areas where data shows people receive significantly more prescription items than those living in less deprived areas.

For more information:

Check if you’re eligible for free prescriptions 

Learn more about Prescription Prepayment Certificates and how to get one