NHS Pharmacy First Scotland

Pharmacy First Scotland is a free NHS service provided by community pharmacies.
It lets you get advice and treatment for minor health concerns without having to see your GP.

Who can use it?

• Anyone registered with a GP in Scotland, or
• Anyone living in Scotland

Simply walk into your local pharmacy — no need to book ahead.

Pharmacists are trained experts in medicine. They can offer advice and treatment (if needed) for:

• Cough, sore throat, blocked/runny nose
• Cold sores, mouth ulcers
• Hay fever, allergies, eczema
• Acne, athlete’s foot, head lice
• Headache, period pain, backache
• Constipation, indigestion, diarrhoea
• Threadworms, haemorrhoids (piles)
• Warts, verrucas, impetigo
• Cystitis (in women)
• Minor pain and more

If the pharmacist thinks you need to see your GP, they will refer you directly or advise you to make an appointment.