Help with NHS costs

In England, around 90% of prescription items are dispensed free. This includes exemptions from charging for those on low incomes, such as:

• Those on specific benefits or through the NHS Low Income Scheme
• Those who are age exempt
• Those with certain medical conditions
• More information is available at NHS Choices

These charges apply in England only. In Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales prescriptions are free of charge.

• Prescription (per item): £9.90
• 12-month prepayment certificate (PPC): £114.50
• 3-month PPC: £32.05

If you have to pay for 3 or more prescription items in three months or more than 11 items in 12 months, you may find it cheaper to buy a PPC.

• Telephone advice and order line 0845 850 0030
• General Public - Buy or Renew a PPC On-line

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

Lloyds Pharmacy

188 High Street

Slough

SL1 1JS

Boots Pharmacy

184 High Street

Slough

SL1 1JR

Superdrug Pharmacy

Unit 82 High Street

Slough

SL1 1DG

Tesco Pharmacy

Wellington Street

Slough

SL1 1XW