About this service
What this service covers
An NHS Pharmacy First consultation for a range of common conditions, without needing to see a GP first.
Who it's for
- Anyone with symptoms that fall under the NHS Pharmacy First scheme
Eligibility
- NHS Pharmacy First service — free, with no charge for this consultation
- No GP appointment needed to get started
What to bring
- Your GP surgery details
- A brief description of your symptoms and how long you have had them
Duration
- About 5 minutes to complete the form online
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Process
What happens next
- 1Fill in your patient and GP surgery details
- 2Answer a short set of questions about your symptoms and medical history
- 3Submit the form — you get a reference number straight away
- 4The pharmacy team reviews your answers and gets in touch to arrange next steps
FAQs
Common questions
Do I need to book a GP appointment first?
No — Pharmacy First lets you get NHS advice and treatment directly from the pharmacy team.
Is there a charge?
No, this is a free NHS service.