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Pharmacy First

Pharmacy First

Welcome to East Midlands Pharmacy’s Pharmacy First service – your first port of call for managing common minor illnesses conveniently and effectively. Our experienced pharmacists are here to support you without the need for a GP appointments, ensuring you receive timely care when you need it most.

What does the service involve?

Pharmacy First involves pharmacists providing advice and NHS-funded treatment where appropriate for seven common conditions:Our pharmacists are trained to assess your symptoms and provide expert guidance on managing these conditions. If clinically necessary, they can offer NHS medicines to treat your illness. Please note that NHS prescription charges may apply if you normally pay for medicines supplied on prescription.

Why choose Pharmacy First?

With Pharmacy First, you can bypass the need for a GP appointments and receive prompt care from our knowledgeable pharmacists. By accessing our service, you’ll benefit from: Quick and convenient access to healthcare Expert advice and treatment from experienced pharmacists Relief from common minor illnesses without the wait

How to access Pharmacy First

Simply visit our pharmacy during opening hours and ask to speak with one of our pharmacists about Pharmacy First. They will assess your symptoms and provide guidance on the most appropriate course of action.

Treatable Conditions:

Condition

Acute Sinusitis

A bacterial infection in the sinuses that can lead to discomfort and feeling unwell.

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Description

Stuffy nose, facial pain, headache, sinus pressure.

Acute Sore Throat

A sore throat is usually caused by a virus like the common cold or flu.

Painful or scratchy throat, difficulty swallowing.

Ear infection in children

Acute Otitis Media is an infection of the middle ear

Ear pain, discomfort, hearing loss.

Infected insect bites

Insect bites over 2 days old and showing signs of being infected.

Redness, swelling, pain, pus at the bite site.

Impetigo

A skin infection that’s easily spread, causing red sores and blisters.

Redness, swelling, pain, pus at the bite site.

Shingles

A skin infection that’s easily spread, causing red sores and blisters.

Painful rash with burning or tingling sensation, typically on one side of the body.

Urinary tract infections (UTI’s)

Urinary tract infections can lead to pain and discomfort when trying to pee.

Burning sensation during urination, frequent urination, pain in the lower abdomen.
Condition QR Code Description
Acute Sinusitis
Stuffy nose, facial pain, headache, sinus pressure.
Acute Sore Throat
Painful or scratchy throat, difficulty swallowing.
Ear infection in children
Ear pain, discomfort, hearing loss.
Infected insect bites
Redness, swelling, pain, pus at the bite site.
Impetigo
Redness, swelling, pain, pus at the bite site.
Shingles
Painful rash with burning or tingling sensation, typically on one side of the body.
Urinary tract infections (UTI’s)
Burning sensation during urination, frequent urination, pain in the lower abdomen.

Opens at 09:00

USUAL OPENING HOURS


  • Monday

    9:00AM-1:00PM & 2:00PM-5:30PM

  • Tuesday

    9:00AM-1:00PM & 2:00PM-5:30PM

  • Wednesday

    9:00AM-1:00PM & 2:00PM-5:30PM

  • Thursday

    9:00AM-1:00PM & 2:00PM-5:30PM

  • Friday

    9:00AM-1:00PM & 2:00PM-5:30PM

  • Saturday

    9:00AM-12:00PM

  • Sunday

    Closed

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