Pharmacy First
Do You Know About Pharmacy First?
Feeling under the weather?
Get expert advice and prescription treatments directly from your local pharmacy, without needing to see a GP first.
What is Pharmacy First?
Pharmacy First is a service designed to make it easier for you to get the care you need quickly. Pharmacists are highly trained healthcare professionals who can now provide professional advice and, if needed, prescription-only medicines for seven common conditions.
The 7 conditions we can help with:
How it works
- 🚶 Walk in: No appointment usually necessary, just pop into your local pharmacy.
- 🤫 Private Consultation: You’ll speak with the pharmacist in a private room.
- 💊 Get Treatment: If the pharmacist agrees you need it, they can provide medication (including antibiotics) on the spot.
- 🩺 Safe Care: If your condition is more serious, they will refer you to a GP or hospital immediately.
Why use Pharmacy First?
- Save time: Avoid the morning rush for GP appointments.
- Expertise: Pharmacists have 5 years of training in medicines and minor illnesses.
- Convenience: Most pharmacies are open late and on weekends.