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Your Health, Our Priority

We believe that pharmacy care goes beyond just dispensing medications. Our knowledgeable and friendly team is here to offer expert advice on a wide range of health concerns, from managing long-term conditions to offering guidance on healthy lifestyle choices. Whether you need over-the-counter remedies, prescription medications, or health advice, we are always ready to support you.

Our Services

Pharmacy First NHS Service at Carlton Pharmacy

Carlton Pharmacy is pleased to offer the NHS Pharmacy First service, bringing you easy access to professional healthcare without the need for a GP appointment. As part of this NHS initiative, our pharmacists can assess, advise, and treat a range of common health conditions, making it simpler and quicker for you to get the care you need.

Shingles

Sore Throats

Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs) in Women

Earache or Infection (Otitis Media)

Infected insect bites

Impetigo - skin rash

Sinus Infection (Sinusitis)

Prescription dispensing and management

health advice and consultations

Advice on lifestyle improvements and nutrition

Pharmacy First

Why Choose Carlton?

Expert Care

Our pharmacists are highly trained and committed to providing tailored healthcare solutions.

Convenience

With our easy-to-access services and online consultations, we make managing your health easier.

Community Focused

We understand the needs of our local community and strive to provide the best care possible.

FAQs

What are the benefits of the Pharmacy First NHS service?

The Pharmacy First service offers quick, convenient access to professional healthcare for minor conditions without needing a GP appointment. You’ll receive expert advice and treatment options right at your pharmacy, saving you time and potentially avoiding lengthy GP waiting lists. For eligible individuals, the service is free, allowing you to get effective treatment for common conditions at no cost.

Who is eligible for the Pharmacy First service?

The Pharmacy First service is available to anyone registered with an NHS GP in the UK. To receive free treatment under this scheme, you must also meet NHS exemption criteria for prescription charges. This includes children, people over the age of 60, pregnant women, and individuals on certain benefits. If you are not exempt, our pharmacists can still assist you, though there may be a small charge for some treatments.

What types of conditions can be treated with the Pharmacy First service?
The Pharmacy First service can treat seven common conditions, including sinusitis, sore throat, earache, infected insect bites, shingles, and impetigo. This service allows pharmacists to provide advice and NHS-funded treatment without the need for a GP prescription.