NHS Pharmacy First
Skip the wait, get expert advice! Visit Cleckheaton Pharmacy for NHS Pharmacy First services—free advice and treatment for common health conditions.
What is Pharmacy First?
The NHS Pharmacy First Scheme offers convenient access to expert healthcare advice, treatment, and prescription for common health conditions. This service is designed to help individuals receive prompt care for minor ailments at local pharmacies.
Cleckheaton Pharmacy provides Pharmacy First services—quick, easy, and free of cost. Our expert pharmacists assess symptoms, offer advice, and provide treatment without the need for a doctor’s appointment.
Conditions treated under NHS Pharmacy First
Here is a list of seven common conditions treated under NHS Pharmacy First:
Sore Throat
Earache
Sinusitis
Shingles
Impetigo
UTI in Women
Insect Bites
How to access NHS Pharmacy First Service
If you have one of the seven common conditions, you may access the service by following these steps:
No appointment is necessary. Visit Cleckheaton Pharmacy during opening hours, and our trained staff is here to help you with expert advice.
Upon arrival, our trained pharmacists with assess your condition in a consultation room or go through your medical records if necessary.
Based on your condition, the pharmacist will recommend the best course of treatment including prescriptions, and over-the-counter treatments.
Benefits of NHS Pharmacy First
Quick and convenient
No need to book a GP appointment. Walk in and get treatment on the spot
Free for eligible individuals
If you qualify for the eligibility criteria, you receive treatment at no cost.
Expert health advice
Our trained staff provide expert advice and effective treatment options.
Commonly Asked Questions
Do NHS Pharmacy First services have a cost?
The NHS Pharmacy First services are usually free, but there may be costs associated with specific services such as; prescribed or over-the-counter medications, and dental or eye care services.
Is the NHS Pharmacy First service available at all pharmacies?
No, the NHS Pharmacy First services are only available at participating community pharmacies in the UK.
Can you receive medications without a prescription through NHS Pharmacy First?
Only for certain conditions, you may receive medications without a prescription or treatment without a GP appointment through NHS Pharmacy First.
