NHS Pharmacy First Scotland

NHS Pharmacy First Scotland is a consultation service as a first port of call for all minor illness and common critical conditions.

Who is Eligible?

  • Everyone who is registered with a GP practice in Scotland or the Defence Medical Services on a permanent or temporary basis (including care home residents).
  • People who live in Scotland (including Gypsy or travellers /asylum seekers or dependant of an asylum seeker.

Who is excluded?

  • Visitors to Scotland

Which conditions are covered by NHS Pharmacy First Scotland?

Below is a non-exhaustive guide covering some of the conditions which can be assessed under the service. The outcome of the consultation will depend on each patient’s individual circumstances. Not all patients with the same condition will be able to be treated under the service and may need referred onwards.

Acne                         

Dry Eyes

Pain

Allergies                     

Dry Skin

Ringworm

Athlete’s Foot             

Earache

Scabies

Backache                       

Haemorrhoids(Piles)

Scalp Disorders

Bacterial                         

Hay Fever

Shingles**

Conjunctivitis                   

Headache

Skin Infections**

Blocked/Runny Nose         

Head Lice

Sore Throat

Cold Sores                         

Impetigo**

Threadworms

Colic                                   

Indigestion

Vaginal Thrush*

Constipation                     

Mouth Ulcers

Warts and Verrucae

Cough                               

Nappy Rash

Period Pain

Cystitis(UTI’S)**               

Oral Thrush

Diarrhoea

* Can only treat if within 16-60 age range.

** Treatment subject to specific criteria.