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Welcome to Metro Pharmacy’s Pharmacy First service – your first port of call for managing common minor illnesses conveniently and effectively. Our experienced pharmacists are here to support you without the need for a GP appointments, ensuring you receive timely care when you need it most.
Pharmacy First involves pharmacists providing advice and NHS-funded treatment where appropriate for seven common conditions:Our pharmacists are trained to assess your symptoms and provide expert guidance on managing these conditions. If clinically necessary, they can offer NHS medicines to treat your illness. Please note that NHS prescription charges may apply if you normally pay for medicines supplied on prescription.
With Pharmacy First, you can bypass the need for a GP appointments and receive prompt care from our knowledgeable pharmacists. By accessing our service, you’ll benefit from:
Quick and convenient access to healthcare
Expert advice and treatment from experienced pharmacists
Relief from common minor illnesses without the wait
Simply visit our pharmacy during opening hours and ask to speak with one of our pharmacists about Pharmacy First. They will assess your symptoms and provide guidance on the most appropriate course of action.
A bacterial infection in the sinuses that can lead to discomfort and feeling unwell.
A sore throat is usually caused by a virus like the common cold or flu.
Acute Otitis Media is an infection of the middle ear
Insect bites over 2 days old and showing signs of being infected.
A skin infection that’s easily spread, causing red sores and blisters.
A skin infection that’s easily spread, causing red sores and blisters.
Urinary tract infections can lead to pain and discomfort when trying to pee.
| Condition | QR Code | Description |
| Acute Sinusitis
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Stuffy nose, facial pain, headache, sinus pressure. |
| Acute Sore Throat
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Painful or scratchy throat, difficulty swallowing. |
| Ear infection in children
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Ear pain, discomfort, hearing loss. |
| Infected insect bites
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Redness, swelling, pain, pus at the bite site. |
| Impetigo
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Redness, swelling, pain, pus at the bite site. |
| Shingles
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Painful rash with burning or tingling sensation, typically on one side of the body. |
| Urinary tract infections (UTI’s)
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Burning sensation during urination, frequent urination, pain in the lower abdomen. |
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