Free on the NHS · Wickford Pharmacy
See our pharmacist instead of your GP for seven common conditions. We can assess you and, where needed, supply prescription medicine on the NHS.
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7NHS conditionsYour appointment
Pharmacy First lets you get treatment for seven common conditions from a pharmacist, without waiting for a GP appointment.
Book online, walk in, or be referred by your GP practice or NHS 111.
Our pharmacist talks with you and checks your symptoms in the consultation room.
Where it is right for you, we supply medicine, including some prescription-only medicines.
If you need to see a GP or another service, we tell you and arrange the next step.
Before you come in
Note when your symptoms startedBring a list of your medicinesTell us about any allergies
Private consultation room
NHS Pharmacy First
Free NHS service · 7 conditions
Aftercare
Take any medicine as directedContact us if symptoms do not improveSeek urgent help if you get worse
Safety firstPharmacy First is not for emergencies. If you have severe symptoms, chest pain or difficulty breathing, call 999. For urgent advice, contact NHS 111.
NHS Pharmacy First FAQs
Everything you need to know before your NHS Pharmacy First appointment at Wickford Pharmacy.
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Sinusitis, sore throat, earache (ages 1 to 17), infected insect bites, impetigo, shingles and uncomplicated urinary tract infections in women aged 16 to 64.
Yes. Pharmacy First is an NHS service. Normal NHS prescription charges apply to any medicine unless you are exempt.
You can book online, walk in, or be referred by your GP practice or NHS 111.
We explain why and refer you to your GP or the right service.
Yes, for some conditions, such as earache in children aged 1 to 17. Age limits apply to each condition.
