Pharmacy First 

The Pharmacy First scheme in Haringey allows patients to get help from a pharmacist for minor conditions without needing to see a doctor.

Pharmacists can provide advice and treatment for seven common conditions, including:

• Sinusitis
• Sore throat
• Earache
• Infected insect bite
• Impetigo
• Shingles
• Uncomplicated urinary tract infections 

Patients can access the Pharmacy First service by:

• Attending a pharmacy: Patients can attend a participating pharmacy directly without a referral.

• Receiving a referral: Patients can receive a referral from a general practice, urgent and emergency care setting, or NHS 111. 

Pharmacists can recommend the best course of action for each patient, which may include providing a prescription for antibiotics or antivirals. 

The Pharmacy First scheme is part of a wider initiative called the North Central London Self-Care Medicines Scheme, which also includes the Self-Care Medicines Scheme. This scheme provides free non-prescription medicines for minor ailments to people and families on low incomes. 

For more information, please visit: https://www.england.nhs.uk/primary-care/pharmacy/pharmacy-services/pharmacy-first/