Minor Ailments Service (Pharmacy First)

Save time by visiting the pharmacy first for your mild illnesses. Our Minor Ailments Service in Preston will provide you with the care that you need without having to make an appointment with your GP.

Here at DDL Davies Pharmacy in Preston, we provide over the counter treatments FREE OF CHARGE for a range of illnesses including:

  • Cough/Cold/Fever (Flu)
  • Headlice
  • Headache
  • Hayfever
  • Thrush
  • Indigestion
  • Common ailments for babies & children including Teething, Fever, Threadworm, Scabies
  • ….and many more (see below for full list)

Treatments are provided free of charge to those entitled to free prescriptions such as over 60s, under 16s, pregnant women and those receiving certain benefits.

Contact us today for more info regarding our Minor Ailments service in Preston or just drop in anytime for expert advice from our pharmacy team.

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Facts, Questions about Minor Ailments Service (Pharmacy First)

Find more information and frequently asked questions about our minor ailments service (Pharmacy First) below. Can’t find the answer you are after? Simply contact us anytime.

What illnesses can I get treatment for on the minor ailments scheme?

  • Athletes foot
  • Bacterial Conjunctivitis
  • Cold Sores
  • Constipation
  • Cough/Cold/Fever (Flu)
  • Cystitis
  • Dermatitis
  • Diarrhoea
  • Earache/Outer ear infections
  • Hayfever
  • Headache
  • Headlice
  • Indigestion/Acid reflux
  • Insect bites & stings
  • Mouth ulcers
  • Scabies
  • Sore throat
  • Teething
  • Threadworm
  • Vaginal thrush

Verrucas & Warts

I pay for my prescriptions…Can I still use this service?

YES. The advice we provide is free, however if you pay for your prescription you will be charged the national prescription charge or for the cost of the treatment (whichever is cheaper).

I am not signed up with your pharmacy…Can I still access this service at DDL Davies?

YES. This service is available to anyone at DDL Davies Pharmacy across the Greater Preston area no matter which pharmacy you are signed up to.

Do I need to go through my GP?

This service is designed to save both yourself and your GP’s time as there is no need to book an appointment with the GP. If our expert pharmacist determines that you require an appointment with the GP, we will refer you to your surgery.

If my whole family is suffering from minor illness can I get something for all of them?

YES. There is no limit to how many people can access this service per family/household. However, we do impose certain limits to ensure the service is not misused.

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