Pharmacy First is an NHS service providing fast, professional healthcare advice and treatment for common conditions without needing to see a GP. Our pharmacists can offer consultations and, if suitable, supply or prescribe medication.
If you experience any of the following symptoms, call 111 or 999 immediately:
Please see below a list of conditions we treat. Click on each condition for more information:
Symptoms: Blocked nose, yellow/green mucus, facial pain, headache, fever.
What you can do: Rest, stay hydrated, use saline sprays.
Symptoms: Painful swallowing, swollen tonsils, fever, cough.
What you can do: Drink warm fluids, gargle salt water.
Symptoms: Swelling, redness, pain, pus at the site.
What you can do: Apply a cool compress, avoid scratching, consider an antihistamine if appropriate.
Symptoms: Red sores, blisters, yellow crusting, itching.
What you can do: Wash affected areas, avoid touching sores, do not share towels.
Symptoms: Painful rash, tingling, burning, blisters, fever.
What you can do: Take paracetamol if suitable, keep rash clean and dry, avoid contact with vulnerable people.
Symptoms: Burning when urinating, frequent urge to pee, cloudy urine.
What you can do: Drink water, avoid caffeine and alcohol, take pain relief if suitable.
Most patients can book a virtual consultation and be seen within 2 hours during our normal opening hours.
