Free Prescriptions

You can get free NHS prescriptions if, at the time the prescription is dispensed, you:

• are 60 or over
• are under 16
• are 16 to 18 and in full-time education
• are pregnant or have had a baby in the previous 12 months and have a valid maternity exemption certificate (MatEx)
• have a specified medical condition and have a valid medical exemption certificate (MedEx)
• have a continuing physical disability that prevents you going out without help from another person and have a valid medical exemption certificate (MedEx)
• hold a valid war pension exemption certificate and the prescription is for your accepted disability
• are an NHS inpatient

You're also entitled to free prescriptions if you or your partner (including civil partner) receive:

• Income Support
• income-based Jobseeker's Allowance
• income-related Employment and Support Allowance
• Pension Credit Guarantee Credit
• Universal credit and meet the criteria

If you're entitled to or named on:

• a valid NHS tax credit exemption certificate
• You qualify to recieve Child Tax Credits, Working Tax Credits with a disability element (or both)
• a valid NHS certificate for full help with health costs (HC2)
• People named on an NHS certificate for partial help with health costs (HC3) may also get help.

To find out more on eligibility, and how to apply for an exemption certificate please visit:

NHS Who can get prescriptions - https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/prescriptions-and-pharmacies/who-can-get-free-prescriptions/

NHS Prescription Prepayment Certificate (PPC's)

A PPC could save you money if you pay for your NHS prescriptions. The certificate covers all your NHS prescriptions for a set price. You will save money if you need more than 3 items in 3 months, or 11 items in 12 months.

To find out more please visit: https://services.nhsbsa.nhs.uk/buy-prescription-prepayment-certificate/start