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This section outlines the reimbursement prices for a wide range of medicines and products dispensed in community pharmacies across Scotland. It includes detailed information on categories F, M, R, and Z, as well as updates to Part 7B, Part 7S, and Part 7U. If you have any questions regarding the Part 7, please contact us at pharmacy.services@cps.scot.
Each category reflects specific pricing protocols, including fixed prices, manufacturer-submitted data, and zero discount items. For the most accurate and up-to-date pricing, please refer to the Adjusted Prices page. You can also access the latest Discount Clawback Rates and Drug Tariff Amendments for June 2025. This page is essential for pharmacy contractors, prescribers, and healthcare professionals seeking clarity on NHS reimbursement and pricing structures.
You can find each update by expanding the section below:
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Part 7 for july 2026 (Updated 02/07/2026)
Please check the Adjusted Prices page for any adjustments to the prices of items during the month.
Categories for Part 7
Category F - A fixed price set in line with the revised Scottish protocol
Category M - Applies to items added to Part 7 from October 2010 where the reimbursement price is calculated by the Department of Health using information submitted by manufacturers
Category R - This category was added in October 2010
Category Z - Zero Discount items
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Part 7B (Updated 02/07/2026)
This section has been developed in order to clarify the pricing of certain items when prescribed generically on NHS Pharmacy First.
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Part 7S (Updated 04/02/2026)
For unlicensed and imported medicines not contained within Part 7S of the Drug Tariff, please see the circular and supporting documents below.
Prescriptions should be endorsed both electronically and on paper with the special price, fixed non-Part 7S handling charge and any other expenses. We have recently seen a number of items where these endorsements have not been applied electronically. Where this is the case, Practitioner Services will not allocate fees if electronic information is used for payment.
If you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to contact the Pharmacy Services Team on 0131 466 3540.
Reimbursement for Specials - Key Facts (Amended 04/02/2016) - NHS Circulars PCA(P)(2015)17)
PCA(P)(2015)17 - This Circular advises of changes to the Drug Tariff effective for dispensing 1st September 2015 with respect to reimbursement of costs borne by community pharmacy contractors when dispensing NHS prescriptions for specialist preparations and imported unlicensed medicines not listed in Part 7S.
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Part 7U (Updated 04/02/2026)
After consultation with CPS, the Scottish Government has introduced a new section to the Drug Tariff — Part 7U. See circular PCA(P)(2013)32 for more details. This new section lists pack sizes and prices for products without a formal marketing authorisation which are available. The new section has been introduced to facilitate transparent reimbursement of the costs of these products. It will also remove any need to seek authorisation from the NHS Board before these products are supplied.
No further endorsements will be accepted on Part 7U drugs
The products will be subject to generic clawback unless specifically listed as ZD
If a product in Part 7U becomes licensed, it will be moved to Part 7
Items in Part 7U will also still be subject to pay and report if they currently fall under this grouping
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Item descThe Drug Tariff Amendments relate to the Scottish Drug Tariff Amendments, Price Amendments, and Stoma Amendments. More details are found on the Scottish Drug Tariff website.
Download a copy of the May 2026 Drug Tariff Amendments.
You can view the last 3 months of Amendments below:
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You can view the most recent Discount Clawback Rates by clicking the link.
The new updated version of Part 7 is now available for July 2026. This month there are two additions to Part 7 of the Scottish Drug Tariff we wanted to make you aware of: