Pharmacy First in Wilmslow, Cheshire
See one of our pharmacists for assessment and treatment of 7 common conditions, with no GP appointment needed. The consultation is free; if medication is clinically appropriate and prescribed, *standard NHS prescription charges apply (currently £9.90 per item) unless you are exempt.
Free Consultation, Same-Day Treatment
- NHS Funded
- No GP Appointment Needed
- Medication charges may apply if prescribed
7 Common Conditions Treated
Under Pharmacy First, our pharmacists can assess and treat these conditions. The consultation is free for everyone. Where medication is clinically appropriate and prescribed, standard NHS prescription charges apply (currently £9.90 per item) unless you are exempt.
Sinusitis
Key symptoms: Facial pain or pressure, blocked or runny nose, reduced sense of smell, lasting more than 10 days.
When we cannot treat: Severe symptoms, signs of complications, immunocompromised patients, or pregnancy (refer to GP).
If appropriate: Antibiotic therapy under PGD where clinically indicated.
BOOK NOW →Sore Throat
Key symptoms: Sore throat, pain on swallowing, fever, tonsillar exudate.
When we cannot treat: Severe or life-threatening symptoms, peritonsillar abscess, suspected epiglottitis, immunocompromised patients.
If appropriate: Antibiotic therapy under PGD where clinically indicated.
BOOK NOW →Earache (Otitis Media)
Key symptoms: Ear pain, fever, irritability, reduced hearing.
When we cannot treat: Under 1 year, perforation of the eardrum, grommets in situ, recurrent episodes, immunocompromised.
If appropriate: Antibiotic therapy under PGD where clinically indicated.
BOOK NOW →Infected Insect Bite
Key symptoms: Redness, swelling, warmth and pain around the bite site, signs of infection.
When we cannot treat: Systemic infection, severe allergic reaction, large area of spreading redness, immunocompromised.
If appropriate: Antibiotic therapy under PGD where clinically indicated.
BOOK NOW →Impetigo
Key symptoms: Sores, blisters and crusting — typically on the face, hands or scalp.
When we cannot treat: Widespread or severe infection, immunocompromised, recurrent episodes (refer to GP).
If appropriate: Treated with a topical treatment for localised infection, or oral antibiotics where the infection is more widespread.
BOOK NOW →Shingles
Key symptoms: Painful rash, blistering on one side of the body, burning or tingling sensation.
When we cannot treat: Involvement of the eye or ear, immunocompromised, pregnant, or beyond 24 hours from rash onset (too late for antivirals).
If appropriate: Antiviral therapy under PGD where clinically indicated.
BOOK NOW →Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)
Key symptoms: Dysuria, frequency, urgency, suprapubic pain.
When we cannot treat: Men, pregnant women, under 16, over 64, recurrent UTIs (2+ in 6 months), catheter users, symptoms lasting more than 7 days, or fever/loin pain (refer to GP).
If appropriate: Antibiotic therapy under PGD where clinically indicated.
BOOK NOW →Three Simple Steps To Treatment
No referral, no red tape — just expert NHS care when you need it
Walk In or Book
Visit Wilmslow Pharmacy during opening hours or book a convenient slot online. No GP referral needed.
Pharmacist Assessment
Our trained pharmacist will assess your symptoms in a private consultation room and determine the best treatment.
Receive Treatment
If treatment is clinically appropriate, your pharmacist can supply medication on the spot. Standard NHS prescription charges apply (currently £9.90 per item) unless you are exempt.
Who Is Eligible?
You do not need to be registered with a GP to use this service. Simply walk in to Wilmslow Pharmacy. Each of the 7 conditions has its own age and clinical criteria — for example, UTI treatment is available for women aged 16-64 only. If your condition requires further investigation, our pharmacist will refer you to the appropriate NHS service.
Pharmacy First — Your Questions Answered
Is Pharmacy First free?
The consultation with our pharmacist is free for everyone. If medication is clinically appropriate and prescribed, standard NHS prescription charges apply (currently £9.90 per item) unless you are in an exempt group.
Will I have to pay for any medication?
If treatment is needed and prescribed, standard NHS prescription charges apply — currently £9.90 per item. You pay nothing if you are exempt. Exempt groups include those under 16, aged 60 or over, pregnant women (and those who have had a baby in the last 12 months with a valid exemption certificate), people on certain benefits, and anyone holding a valid NHS prescription prepayment certificate (PPC).
Do I need to see my GP first?
No. That’s the whole point of Pharmacy First — you can come directly to Wilmslow Pharmacy without a GP appointment or referral.
Do I need to be registered with a GP?
No. You do not need to be registered with a GP to use this service. Simply walk in to Wilmslow Pharmacy.
What conditions can you treat?
We can treat 7 common conditions: sinusitis, sore throat, earache (otitis media), infected insect bites, impetigo, shingles, and uncomplicated urinary tract infections (UTIs). Each condition has its own age and clinical criteria — for example, UTI treatment is for women aged 16-64 only.
What if my condition can’t be treated here?
If our pharmacist determines that your condition needs further investigation or treatment beyond our scope, we’ll refer you to the appropriate NHS service, such as your GP or urgent care.
Can children use Pharmacy First?
Yes, several conditions can be treated in children, but the age criteria vary by condition. For example, earache is for children aged 1-17, sore throat from age 5, sinusitis from age 12, and shingles for adults aged 18 and over. UTI treatment is limited to women aged 16-64.
Book Free NHS Consultation
Don’t wait weeks for a GP appointment. Visit Wilmslow Pharmacy for a free NHS Pharmacy First consultation — walk in or book a slot online. No GP registration required. Standard NHS prescription charges apply to any medication unless you are exempt.
Book your Pharmacy First consultation
Pick a condition and a time below for a free NHS consultation at Wilmslow Pharmacy.
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Can’t find a suitable time? Call us on 01625 523414