NHS Pharmacy First in Stoke-on-Trent
Get treated for 7 common conditions at Derby Street Pharmacy without a GP appointment - completely free on the NHS.
What is NHS Pharmacy First?
Pharmacy First is an NHS England service launched in January 2024 that allows community pharmacists to assess, prescribe, and treat 7 common conditions - saving you a trip to the GP. The service is completely free and available on a walk-in basis at participating pharmacies.
At Derby Street Pharmacy, our GPhC-registered pharmacists are qualified to assess your symptoms, provide clinical advice, and where appropriate, prescribe NHS medication - all without needing a GP referral.
7 Conditions We Can Treat
Our pharmacists can assess, diagnose, and prescribe treatment for these conditions.
Earache
Ages 1-17Pain or discomfort in one or both ears, including ear infections in children.
Get TreatedSore Throat
Ages 5+Painful throat that may indicate a bacterial infection requiring antibiotics.
Get TreatedSinusitis
Ages 12+Blocked or runny nose with facial pain or pressure lasting more than 10 days.
Get TreatedUrinary Tract Infection
Women 16-64Burning sensation when urinating, frequent urination, or cloudy urine.
Get TreatedImpetigo
Ages 1+Highly contagious skin infection causing sores and blisters, common in children.
Get TreatedInfected Insect Bites
Ages 1+Insect bites that have become red, swollen, painful, or are oozing pus.
Get TreatedHow It Works
Walk In or Book
Visit us during opening hours or book a convenient time slot online. No GP referral needed.
Pharmacist Assessment
Our pharmacist will assess your symptoms in a private consultation room and discuss treatment options.
Treatment Provided
If appropriate, the pharmacist will prescribe and supply NHS medication on the spot. No charge.
Our NHS Services
