Medix Pharmacy First · free on the NHS
Seven things you no longer need a GP for.
Under the NHS Pharmacy First service, our pharmacists can assess and treat seven common conditions, including supplying antibiotics where they're needed. No appointment with your GP, no referral, no charge.
15 minute appointment · Free on the NHS
What's covered
The seven conditions
A same-day NHS appointment to talk through your symptoms and get the right next steps. The consultation is free, if you're given a medicine, the usual prescription charge applies unless you're exempt.
Sore throat
Age 5 and over
Earache
Age 1 to 17
Sinusitis
Age 12 and over
Impetigo
Age 1 and over
Shingles
Age 18 and over
Infected insect bites
Age 1 and over
Urinary tract infection
Women aged 16 to 64
If you're not eligible
Age limits apply to some of these. If you're not eligible, or if it's something else, we'll assess you and point you to the right place.
Before you come
What to bring
Photo ID
We may need to verify your age for some conditions.
Details of your symptoms
What's been happening and for how long. The more we know, the faster we can help.
A list of your medicines
Including anything you've already tried for this.
Walk in or book
Walk in any time we're open, or book a slot so you're not waiting. Mon to Fri 9 to 6, Sat 9 to 1.
Questions
Common questions
Will I have to pay for the medicine?
Feeling rough? Come in.
Walk in any time we're open, or book a slot so you're not waiting. Mon to Fri 9 to 6, Sat 9 to 1.