Pharmacy First Service

What is NHS Pharmacy First?


The Pharmacy First scheme is an NHS initiative designed to offer professional healthcare advice and, treatment for 7 common illnesses through your local pharmacy.

NHS Pharmacy First is an England-only service providing professional healthcare advice and, if appropriate, treatment for 7 common illnesses at community pharmacies.

How Pharmacy First can help you


Pharmacy First provides easy access to prompt advice and treatment including prescription medicines, where appropriate, for seven common conditions. Here is the list of common conditions covered alongside the age criteria:


· Sinusitis (12 years and over)

· Sore throat (5 years and over)

· Earache (1–17 years)

· Infected insect bites and stings (1 year and older)

· Impetigo (1 year and older)

· Shingles (18 years and over)

· Uncomplicated urinary tract infections (UTI) in women (16-64 years)

Please note other eligibility criteria apply. If you are outside of the criteria a pharmacist may still be able to provide advice and care such as suggesting an over-the-counter treatment or if required refer you to another healthcare provider.

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The staff at Higher Bebginton Pharmacy are knowledgeable and always provide excellent service and support.

John Smith

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I highly recommend their travel clinic; the advice was thorough and very helpful for my trip.

Karen Wood

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