Pharmacy First

What is Pharmacy First?

 Pharmacy First will enable community pharmacists to supply prescription-only medicines, including antibiotics and antivirals where clinically appropriate, to treat seven common health conditions without the need to visit a GP.

What are the seven common conditions?

• Sinusitis
• Sore throat
• Earache
• Infected insect bite
• Impetigo (a bacterial skin infection)
• Shingles
• Uncomplicated urinary tract infections in women.

How can I access treatment from my pharmacy?

You can get treatment for these conditions by walking into the pharmacy or contacting them virtually. GP receptionists, NHS 111 and providers of emergency care will also be able to direct patients to pharmacies, that offer the service, if contacted.

Below is a list of local Pharmacies that are part of the Pharmacy First Scheme that will be able to help you:

Barton Pharmacy, TQ4 6LE – 01803 327587

Barton Day Lewis, TQ2 8JN – 01803 327304

Well Croft Road, TQ2 5UA – 01803 292605

Day Lewis Bronshill Road, TQ1 3HD – 01803 313362

Dowrick Chemist, TQ2 7HH – 01803 605209

Shiphay Pharmacy, TQ2 7HH – 01803 613152

Superdrug Union Street, TQ1 1ES – 01803 926878

Boots Union Street, TQ2 5PS – 01803 292708   (Blood pressure tests not currently available at this site)

Watcombe Pharmacy, TQ2 8BP – 01803 310196

Day Lewis Walnut Road, TQ2 6HS – 01803 605456