What Is the Common Conditions Service?

The Common Conditions Service allows pharmacists to assess and manage certain minor health conditions and provide treatment where appropriate.

This means you can:

✔ Speak directly with a trained healthcare professional
✔ Receive clinical assessment and advice
✔ Access treatment or medication when suitable
✔ Avoid unnecessary GP visits for minor illnesses
✔ Get care quickly and conveniently

Consultations take place in a private setting, ensuring confidentiality and personalised care.

Conditions That Can Be Treated

Pharmacists can assess and treat a range of everyday health concerns. These commonly include:

• Hayfever / Allergic Rhinitis
• Eye infections / Conjunctivitis
• Shingles
• Impetigo / School sores
• Cold Sores
• Urinary Tract Infections / Cystitis
• Oral Thrush
• Vaginal Thrush

If your condition requires further medical review, you will be advised and provided with a referral letter.

Benefits of Pharmacy Prescribing

Pharmacy prescribing provides fast access to treatment while maintaining high clinical standards.

Key benefits include:

• Faster access to care without long waiting times
• Convenient local healthcare support
• Professional clinical assessment
• Early treatment to prevent symptoms worsening
• Reduced pressure on GP services
• Safe and appropriate prescribing

This service helps you manage minor illnesses promptly so you can feel better sooner.

What to Expect During Your Consultation

Your consultation is straightforward and designed around your comfort.

• Private discussion about your symptoms
• Clinical assessment by a trained pharmacist
• Treatment recommendation or prescription if appropriate
• Advice on symptom management and recovery
• Referral to GP or specialist if necessary

Appointments are usually quick, allowing you to receive care efficiently.

When Should You Use the Common Conditions Service?

This service is ideal when you have a minor health concern that needs professional advice or treatment but does not require urgent medical attention.

You should seek immediate medical care for severe symptoms, emergencies, or serious health concerns.

If you’re unsure, our pharmacy team can advise whether this service is right for you.

Why Choose Pharmacy Treatment for Common Conditions?

✔ Convenient local access to healthcare
✔ Qualified pharmacist assessment
✔ Safe and professional prescribing
✔ Private consultation setting
✔ Quick treatment and advice
✔ Clear guidance and follow-up if needed

We are committed to making everyday healthcare more accessible and responsive for our community.

Book Your Consultation Today

If you need treatment for a common condition, our pharmacy team is here to help. Fast, professional care is available without the need for a GP appointment in many cases.

Book your consultation today and get the treatment and advice you need — quickly and conveniently.