The Pharmacy First Scheme provides a range of medications for common ailments at your local pharmacy. Please explain your symptoms thoroughly to the pharmacist in order to get the right medication for your condition.
Always remember to tell them for any sensitivities you might have, or if you are allergic to any drugs or ingredients.
Some medications commonly used for ailments under the Pharmacy First Scheme are given below. This is a general guide only. Always consult your pharmacist for non-prescription OTC medications in addition to Pharmacy First prescriptions.
| Condition | Age Range | Potentially Available Medications |
|---|---|---|
| Acute Otitis Media | 1 to 17 years | Amoxicillin, Ibuprofen, Azithromycin |
| Impetigo | 1 year and over | Fusidic Acid, Mupirocin, Flucloxacillin |
| Infected insect bites | 1 year and over | Hydrocortisone cream, Antihistamines, Antibiotics (if secondary infection) |
| Shingles | 18 years and over | Aciclovir, Valaciclovir, Analgesics |
| Sinusitis | 12 years and over | Amoxicillin, Phenylephrine, Ibuprofen |
| Sore throat | 5 years and over | Paracetamol, Ibuprofen, Phenoxymethylpenicillin |
| Uncomplicated urinary tract infections | Women 16-64 years | Nitrofurantoin, Trimethoprim, Fosfomycin |