Pharmacists are trained to be able to advise you on a range of common conditions, making it easier and quicker for you to get help without waiting for an appointment with the GP.
How it works
Simply walk into your local pharmacist and ask for some advice.
The treatment for most common conditions is about doing the right things for yourself. However, if medication is needed then the pharmacist will make the appropriate recommendation, which will be free for those who are exempt prescription charges.
Also, remember that many pharmacies are open at weekends and evenings.
Sort of conditions a pharmacist can help with:
Cough
Common cold
Earache
Sore throat
UTIs
Emergency Contraception
Threadworms
Teething
Athlete’s foot
Thrush
Hay fever
Fever
Blocked nose
Sprain or strain
Head lice
and other common conditions
Common cold
Earache
Sore throat
UTIs
Emergency Contraception
Threadworms
Teething
Athlete’s foot
Thrush
Hay fever
Fever
Blocked nose
Sprain or strain
Head lice
and other common conditions
No appointment is necessary, and your local pharmacist is open late, is available at weekends and many public holidays.