What does “Repeat prescription” mean?

A further supply issued after the initial prescription, following review.

Repeat prescription in plain English

A further supply issued after the initial prescription, following review.

Schedule 2 rules mean repeats work differently from ordinary medicines: each prescription is valid for 28 days and supply is normally limited to 30 days, so the cycle is short and needs planning.

A repeat should follow an actual review of how treatment is going, not simply be issued on request.

Frequently asked questions

What does repeat prescription mean?

A further supply issued after the initial prescription, following review.

Sources and further reading

Every factual statement on this page is drawn from the following public sources. Links open in a new tab and are not affiliated with Flora House.

  1. NICE guideline NG144: Cannabis-based medicinal products
  2. NHS: Medical cannabis (and cannabis oils)
  3. MHRA: The supply, manufacture, importation and distribution of unlicensed cannabis-based products for medicinal use

Patient guide · Written by the Flora House editorial team · Last reviewed: 8 September 2026