An enhancement to the Community Pharmacy Consultation Service (CPCS), this NHS service allows patients be seen at, or be telephoned by, a local Pharmacist instead of their GP practice.
Over 90% of all pharmacies offer this service, and if required, can supply certain prescription-only medication (usual prescription charges apply).
Please note that a GP or another healthcare professional must electronically refer you into this service, and the information will be sent back to your GP practice.
The following conditions can be assessed:
Acute Otitis Media (1-17 years – face to face consultation only)
Infected Insect Bites (1 year+)
Impetigo (1 year+)
Sinusitis (12 years+)
Shingles (18 years+)
Sort Throat (5 years+)
Uncomplicated Female Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs) (16-64 years)
Female Contraceptive Pill – for patients starting this, or requiring a supply of the Pill
NEW high blood pressure (for patients not already diagnosed with Hypertension)