Services
Minor Ailments Clinic
The list of what we can treat at Ivybridge Pharmacy is extensive. We can supply prescription-only medicines through PGD’s (Patient Group Directions). We can also supply medicines on the NHS for minor ailments such as uncomplicated UTI’s (urinary tract infections), Impetigo, and treat minor skin problems, bites and stings through our Pharmacy First Scheme. We are also signed up to provide the Community Pharmacy Consultation Service GP referral and are able to support patients referred to the service.
What we can treat
This list gives an example of what we treat on the NHS and what we can offer as private (paid-for) treatments:
- – Athletes foot
- – Nasal congestion/blocked nose
- – Coughs
- – Earache
- – Headache
- – Hay fever
- – Sprains and strains
- – Temperature and fever
- – Sore throat
- – Teething
- – And more!
Some treatments are available on the NHS and others may only be available as private procedures. But your pharmacist will discuss treatment options with us so you can make an informed choice.
Why come to Ivybridge Pharmacy for minor conditions?
The benefit to you is the convenience of accessing treatment without having to see your GP first. This means you often don’t have to book an appointment. And even if you do, we don’t have waiting times as many GP surgeries do. Calling our friendly pharmacy is quicker and easier, plus we are open 5 days a week.
Secondly, the NHS benefits. Being able to access treatment for minor conditions through your pharmacy eases the pressure off of GPs and A&E departments. So, you don’t need to visit a GP for a cough or lower back pain or pop into A&E for paracetamol!
Thirdly, many GPs will now refer you to a pharmacy for accessing healthcare for minor ailments. So you may find you can avoid a wasted journey to your GP by coming directly to a pharmacy instead.
But don’t worry. Our pharmacists are clinically trained to provide these treatments. Plus, we know when to refer you to your GP or to A&E. This way you know that you’re in the right place to receive the treatment you need.
Ivybridge Pharmacy is able to offer these treatments because we are part of the NHS Minor Ailments Scheme.
Visit Ivybridge Pharmacy’s minor ailments clinic
We have private consultation rooms available should you need a face-to-face consultation. We’re a friendly team of pharmacy professionals dedicated to improving the health of our community. Contact us today!