Pharmacy First

Posted by: sarahchalmers - Posted on:

It is really important that patients and public are aware of the breadth of support that our community pharmacists can offer locally. We are pleased to support the Pharmacy First service that allows pharmacists to offer treatment and provide some prescription medicine if needed, without you needing to see a GP or make an appointment, for the following conditions:

  • Sinusitis (for those aged 12 years and over)
  • Sore throat (for those aged 5 years and over)
  • Earache (for those aged between 1 and 17 years old)
  • Infected insect bite (for those aged 1 year and over)
  • Impetigo (for those aged 1 year and over)
  • Shingles (for those aged over 18 years old
  • Uncomplicated urinary tract infections (UTIs) (for women aged 16-64)
  • Some pharmacies may offer the contraceptive pill for free without a prescription. If you are aged 18 years or older, you can also buy the progesterone-only pill from most pharmacies.