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NHS Pharmacy First

NHS Pharmacy First

Pharmacy First allows eligible patients to get NHS support for certain common conditions without needing to see a GP first.

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Pharmacy First

Eligible NHS Service

A pharmacist will assess your symptoms and advise on the most appropriate care.

Streamlined Support

The Consultation Pathway

Complete the enquiry form if you think you may be eligible for the NHS Pharmacy First service.

Submit Request

Request support online using our dedicated enquiry form.

Clinical Assessment

Discuss your symptoms directly with our qualified healthcare team.

Receive Care

Obtain professional guidance and treatment options when suitable.

Approved Conditions

Conditions Covered by Pharmacy First

Pharmacy First allows eligible patients to get NHS support for certain common conditions without needing to see a GP first.

Sinusitis

Ages 12+

Assessment and advice for stubborn nasal congestion, facial pressure, and sinus discomfort.

Sore throat

Ages 5+

Clinical checks, soothing advice, and appropriate care pathways for painful throat symptoms.

Infected insect bites

Ages 1+

Evaluation of skin redness, swelling, or localized irritation following an insect bite or sting.

Impetigo

Ages 1+

Clear assessment and clinical management for contagious skin sores and blisters.

Shingles

Ages 18+

Prompt consultation and guidance for painful localized rash patterns and nerve discomfort.

Uncomplicated urinary tract infections in women

Women aged 16-64

Professional evaluation and structured support for lower urinary tract symptoms.

Digital Registration

Pharmacy First Enquiry Form

Complete the enquiry form if you think you may be eligible for the NHS Pharmacy First service.

Accredited Standards

Your Information

Information submitted through this enquiry form will be handled confidentially and in accordance with NHS and data protection requirements.

  • Professional Confidentiality All discussions are held under standard healthcare confidentiality guidelines.
  • Connected Record Logging All summaries are securely logged into your central NHS profile.
  • Advanced Referral Networks Should symptoms require specialized tests, we seamlessly route your care onwards.

NHS Pharmacy First

For eligible patients

Assess Requirements

Is This Service Right For You?

Pharmacy First allows eligible patients to get NHS support for certain common conditions without needing to see a GP first.

Eligible via Pharmacy First

  • Patients seeking support for any of the 6 listed conditions.
  • Patients meeting age requirements for each specific condition.
  • Individuals registered with an NHS GP practice.

Requires GP Consultation

  • Recurrent or persistent symptoms not responding to care.
  • Severe symptoms requiring urgent or specialized medical testing.
  • Conditions outside the 6 designated NHS Pharmacy First pathways.

Complete a Pharmacy First Enquiry

Pharmacy First allows eligible patients to get NHS support for certain common conditions without needing to see a GP first.

Complete Enquiry Form