Sinusitis
For patients aged 12 years and over.
NHS Service · Clocktower Pharmacy, Ormskirk
NHS Pharmacy First in Ormskirk
Clocktower Pharmacy in Ormskirk provides the NHS Pharmacy First service. Eligible patients can receive a consultation and, where clinically appropriate, treatment for seven common conditions without needing a GP appointment.
What is NHS Pharmacy First?
NHS Pharmacy First is an NHS service that allows eligible patients to receive a consultation and, where clinically appropriate, treatment for seven common conditions directly from a community pharmacy — without needing to see a GP first.
At Clocktower Pharmacy in Ormskirk, our trained team can assess your symptoms and, where the NHS Pharmacy First criteria are met, provide appropriate treatment. If your symptoms suggest you need to see a GP or another healthcare professional, we will advise you accordingly.
NHS Pharmacy First Conditions
The seven conditions currently covered by the NHS Pharmacy First service are listed below. Eligibility criteria apply to each condition, including age requirements. Our team will assess your suitability at the consultation.
Sore throat
For patients aged 5 years and over.
Earache
For patients aged 1 to 17 years.
Infected insect bite
For patients aged 1 year and over.
Impetigo
For patients aged 1 year and over.
Shingles
For patients aged 18 years and over.
Uncomplicated urinary tract infection (UTI)
For women aged 16 to 64 years.
How Pharmacy First Works
Visit or contact us
Come into Clocktower Pharmacy at 38 Burscough Street, Ormskirk, or call 01695 574118 for advice before visiting.
Consultation
A trained member of our team will ask about your symptoms and carry out an assessment.
Treatment or referral
Where the NHS Pharmacy First criteria are met, appropriate treatment may be provided. If your symptoms require a GP or other healthcare professional, we will advise you.
No appointment needed
You can access Pharmacy First by walking in or by referral from NHS 111 or your GP surgery.
How to Access Pharmacy First
You can access the NHS Pharmacy First service at Clocktower Pharmacy by walking in during opening hours. You can also be referred by NHS 111 or your GP surgery.
The service is available to eligible NHS patients. You do not need to be registered with a particular GP surgery to use Pharmacy First.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need an appointment for Pharmacy First?
No. You can walk in to Clocktower Pharmacy during opening hours to access the Pharmacy First service. You can also be referred by NHS 111 or your GP surgery.
Is Pharmacy First free on the NHS?
Yes. The NHS Pharmacy First service is free for eligible patients. Standard NHS prescription charges apply to any medicines supplied under the service.
What if my condition is not covered by Pharmacy First?
If your condition is not covered by the Pharmacy First service, or if you do not meet the eligibility criteria, our team will advise on the most appropriate next step, which may include seeing your GP.
Can children use Pharmacy First?
Yes, some Pharmacy First conditions are available for children. Age eligibility varies by condition. Please see the conditions listed above for age requirements.
What if I need a prescription?
Where treatment under Pharmacy First includes a prescription medicine, this will be supplied directly by the pharmacy. Standard NHS prescription charges apply unless you are exempt.