NHS Pharmacy First
Get treated for common conditions – no GP appointment needed
Our pharmacists can see you in our private consultation room and, if it is right for you, give you NHS treatment – including some antibiotics and antivirals.
The 7 conditions
Sore throatAdults and children aged 5 and over
SinusitisAdults and children aged 12 and over
EaracheChildren and young people aged 1 to 17
Infected insect bitesAdults and children aged 1 and over
ImpetigoAdults and children aged 1 and over
ShinglesAdults aged 18 and over
Urinary tract infection (UTI)Women aged 16 to 64 (not pregnant)Not sure? Ask usPop in or send a quick question – our pharmacists will point you in the right direction. →
What we can treat
Choose a condition for easy-to-read information. Age limits are set by the NHS – if you are outside them, we will tell you the best place to go.
Sore throatAdults and children aged 5 and overSinusitisAdults and children aged 12 and overEaracheChildren and young people aged 1 to 17Infected insect bitesAdults and children aged 1 and overImpetigoAdults and children aged 1 and overShinglesAdults aged 18 and overUrinary tract infection (UTI)Women aged 16 to 64 (not pregnant)Not sure? Ask usPop in or send a quick question – our pharmacists will point you in the right direction. →How it works
- Walk in, call or bookYou do not need to see a GP first. GP surgeries and NHS 111 can also send you to us.
- Talk to a pharmacistIn a private room. They will ask about your symptoms and may do a quick check.
- Get treatment or adviceIf you need medicine, we can usually give it to you there and then.
- We update your GPWe let your GP surgery know you have been seen.
Does it cost anything? The consultation is free. If you are given medicine, the usual NHS prescription charge applies unless you get free prescriptions.
When to get urgent help
Pharmacy First is for common, non-urgent conditions. Call 999 or go to A&E if you or your child has difficulty breathing, chest pain, a rash that does not fade when pressed with a glass, or is very unwell. For urgent advice, call NHS 111.
Feeling unwell? Come and see us today
Walk in during opening hours, or book a time that suits you.