Pharmacy First
Pharmacy First is an NHS service that allows you to get advice and treatment for 7 common conditions directly from your pharmacist, without needing to see a GP. Conditions covered include sinusitis, sore throat, earache, infected insect bites, impetigo, shingles, and uncomplicated urinary tract infections in women.
Before your appointment
- Bring details of your symptoms, how long they have been present, and any medicines you already take.
- The pharmacist will assess whether Pharmacy First is suitable and whether treatment is clinically appropriate.
- If symptoms need urgent or GP care, the pharmacy team will advise the next step.
How It Works
Visit or Book Online
Come to any of our pharmacies or book a Pharmacy First consultation online.
Consultation
Our pharmacist will assess your symptoms in a private consultation room.
Treatment
If appropriate, receive prescription-strength medication directly from the pharmacy at no cost.
Service availability
Pharmacy First can be requested through EA Pharma Group online booking. Choose a branch, then select an appointment slot. Availability can vary by branch, stock, pharmacist cover and NHS/private service rules, so the pharmacy team may contact you if anything needs checking.
- Service
- Pharmacy First
- Appointment length
- 20 minutes
- Service type
- NHS pharmacy service
- Online booking
- Available for branch appointment requests
Dewsbury booking options
All EA Pharma booking links for this service
Frequently Asked Questions
What conditions are covered?
Sinusitis, sore throat, earache, infected insect bites, impetigo, shingles, and uncomplicated UTIs in women aged 16-64.
Is it free?
Yes, Pharmacy First is a free NHS service.
Can pharmacists prescribe antibiotics?
Yes, specially trained pharmacists can prescribe certain antibiotics through Pharmacy First.