Financial Support
Help with your prescription costs
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.
The prescription charge in England is £9.90. A PPC costs:
- £32.05 for 3 months
- £114.50 for 12 months
If you get prescriptions for hormone replacement therapy (HRT), you may save more with the Hormone Replacement Therapy Prescription Prepayment Certificate (HRT PPC).
Before buying a PPC, check if you’re entitled to free NHS prescriptions and other help with health costs using our eligibility checker.
You can purchase a PPC online here. or through your local pharmacy.