If you have a minor illness a community pharmacy should be your first stop.
They can help with:
- Managing your repeat prescriptions
- Accessing free emergency contraception
- Advice and treatment for minor illnesses and common conditions through Pharmacy First Scotland such as cold sores, indigestion, constipation, impetigo and urinary infections
Pharmacy teams are experts in medicines and can provide help and advice quickly without an appointment. If needed, they can refer you onto other healthcare teams.
How to access your Community Pharmacy
Important Notice about Patient Returned Sharps
Please use the services directory search function on NHS Inform to find your nearest pharmacy.
Most pharmacies are open every weekday and many are open on Saturdays. Some have extended opening hours including late nights and Sundays.
Visit our Pharmacy First Scotland page for more details about the types of conditions your community pharmacist can help with.
Public Holidays
For community pharmacy opening hours over public holidays, please visit NHS inform
This should be reflective of public holiday arrangements but please call your local pharmacy first if you’re unsure.
