NHS Pharmacy First – Impetigo Treatment at Neils Pharmacy

Impetigo – Pharmacy First Service

Impetigo is a highly contagious bacterial skin infection that mainly affects infants and children, although adults can also be affected. It commonly appears around the nose and mouth but can occur anywhere on the body.

🏥 Under the NHS Pharmacy First service, eligible patients can receive expert assessment and treatment directly from a pharmacist, without needing to see a GP.

Who Can Use This Service?

You may be eligible for treatment at Neils Pharmacy if:

• ✅ The patient is aged 1 year or over
• ✅ The infection is localised and mild to moderate
• ✅ There are no signs of systemic illness
• ✅ The impetigo is not recurrent or widespread

Our pharmacist will carry out a private consultation to confirm whether this service is appropriate.

Common Symptoms of Impetigo

Symptoms of impetigo may include:

• 🔴 Red sores or blisters that burst easily
• 🍯 Golden or honey-coloured crusts on the skin
• 😖 Itching or soreness
• 👃 Lesions commonly around the nose, mouth, hands, or limbs

Impetigo spreads easily through close contact, scratching, or shared towels and bedding.

How We Can Help

If the patient is eligible, our pharmacist may:

• 🩺 Carry out a clinical assessment
• 💊 Supply topical or oral antibiotics where clinically appropriate
• 🧼 Provide advice on skin care and hygiene
• 🚫 Give guidance on reducing spread to others
• 📤 Refer to a GP if the infection is not suitable for pharmacy treatment

All consultations are confidential and take place in a private consultation room.

When You Should NOT Use This Service

You should seek medical advice or contact your GP if:

• ❌ The infection is widespread or severe
• ❌ The patient has a fever or feels generally unwell
• ❌ The impetigo keeps coming back
• ❌ There are signs of deeper skin infection
• ❌ The patient is immunocompromised

If required, our pharmacist will ensure the patient is safely referred to the appropriate healthcare service.

Do I Need an Appointment?

• 📱 Appointments are recommended, though walk-ins may be available
• ⏱️ Consultations are quick and convenient
• 💷 This service is FREE on the NHS for eligible patients

👉 Book an appointment to arrange an impetigo consultation.

Why Choose Neils Pharmacy?

• ✔ NHS-approved Pharmacy First provider
• ✔ No GP appointment required
• ✔ Expert pharmacist-led assessment
• ✔ Fast access to treatment and advice
• ✔ Trusted local pharmacy in Prescot

We work closely with the NHS to deliver safe, effective care in your community.

Other NHS Pharmacy First Services Available

• 🩺 Shingles
• 🩺 Insect bites and stings
• 🩺 Sinusitis
• 🩺 Sore throat
• 🩺 Ear infection (acute otitis media)
• 🩺 Uncomplicated urinary tract infection (UTI)

Book an Impetigo Consultation Today

If you or your child has symptoms of impetigo, early assessment can help treat the infection quickly and reduce the risk of spreading it to others.

👉 Book online now or visit Neils Pharmacy for advice.

👉 Learn more about impetigo on the NHS website