💧 NHS Pharmacy First – UTI Assessment & Treatment

🩺 Urinary Tract Infection (Uncomplicated) – NHS Service

At Prescriptions Pharmacy, we provide NHS Pharmacy First assessment and treatment for uncomplicated urinary tract infections (UTIs).

🧫 UTIs are common infections affecting the bladder and urinary system. They can cause discomfort when passing urine, increased urgency, and lower abdominal pain.

🏥 Eligible patients can be assessed and treated directly by a pharmacist, without needing to wait for a GP appointment.

👥 Who Is Eligible?

This service may be suitable if:

✅ You are a woman aged 16 to 64

✅ You have symptoms of a lower uncomplicated UTI

✅ Symptoms have started recently

✅ You are not pregnant

✅ There are no signs of a more serious infection

🩺 A private consultation will confirm whether treatment can be safely provided under Pharmacy First.

🔍 Typical Symptoms

Symptoms of a UTI may include:

🔥 Burning or discomfort when passing urine

🚻 Increased frequency or urgency to urinate

💧 Passing small volumes of urine

🧪 Cloudy or strong‑smelling urine

🤕 Lower abdominal or pelvic discomfort

Early treatment can help relieve symptoms quickly and reduce the risk of complications.

💊 How We Can Help

If appropriate, the pharmacist may:

🩺 Carry out a structured clinical assessment

💊 Supply antibiotic treatment where clinically appropriate

💧 Provide advice on hydration and symptom relief

🔁 Offer guidance on reducing recurrence risk

📤 Refer you to another healthcare service if required

🔒 Consultations are private and confidential.

⚠️ When to Seek Further Medical Advice

Pharmacy First may not be appropriate if:

❌ You are pregnant

❌ You have fever, chills, nausea, or vomiting

❌ You have back or flank pain

❌ There is blood in your urine

❌ You are male or under 16

❌ Symptoms are severe, worsening, or recurrent

If needed, we will ensure you are referred appropriately for further care.

📅 Appointments & Cost

📱 Appointments recommended (walk‑ins may be available)

⏱️ Quick and convenient consultations

💙 FREE on the NHS for eligible patients

🌟 Why Choose Prescriptions Pharmacy?

✔️ NHS Pharmacy First provider

✔️ Access treatment without GP delay (if eligible)

✔️ Pharmacist‑led clinical assessment

✔️ Private consultation environment

✔️ Convenient Prescot location

🔗 Other NHS Pharmacy First Services

We also provide treatment for:

🩺 Shingles

🩺 Insect bites and stings

🩺 Impetigo

🩺 Ear infection (acute otitis media)

🩺 Sore throat

🩺 Sinusitis

📘 Further Information

👉 Learn more about UTIs on the NHS website