Care for a healthier you
Think Pharmacy First.
Support for seven common conditions, without a GP appointment first. Our pharmacist will assess your symptoms and explain the right next step.
Sinusitis
Age 12 and over. Blocked nose, pressure around your cheeks or forehead and symptoms that are not settling can make everyday life uncomfortable. Tell the pharmacist how long symptoms have lasted and whether they are getting worse.
Sore Throat
Age 5 and over. A sore throat can have several causes. The pharmacist will ask about symptoms, examine you where appropriate and decide whether self-care, treatment or referral is the best next step.
Earache
Ages 1–17. For children and young people with earache, a pharmacist can assess symptoms and check whether the Pharmacy First pathway is appropriate. A parent or carer should attend with a child.
Infected Insect Bites
Age 1 and over. A bite that becomes increasingly red, warm, swollen or painful may need assessment. Tell the pharmacist when the bite happened, where you were and how the area has changed.
Impetigo
Age 1 and over. Impetigo is a contagious skin infection that can cause sores or blisters with crusting. A pharmacist can assess a suspected infection and explain treatment and steps to reduce spread.
Shingles
Age 18 and over. Shingles can cause a painful rash, usually on one side of the body. Seek advice promptly, as treatment can be time-sensitive. A rash near the eye needs urgent medical assessment.
Urinary Tract Infection
Women aged 16–64. Burning when passing urine, urgency or needing to pass urine more often can be signs of a urinary tract infection. The pharmacist will check whether your symptoms fit the uncomplicated UTI pathway.
Advice first. Treatment when appropriate.
Age criteria are a starting point; other eligibility checks apply. The pharmacist may recommend self-care, supply treatment where clinically appropriate or refer you to another healthcare service. Antibiotics are not always needed. NHS prescription charges may apply unless you are exempt.
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