There is a short video explaining how to use the EHIC card in Spain and further information is available on the Healthcare in Spain website. If you are a UK state pensioner living in Spain and registered for healthcare with an S1, the UK is responsible for issuing your EHIC to use on...
If you are registered with a particular chemist, they will also make a note online so you don't have to show your card every time. Prescriptions are free once you hit 60 years old so you won't need to renew after that. Related Story...