NHS Pharmacy First
Sinusitis: see a pharmacist first
A pharmacist assesses your symptoms and offers advice, and medicine if it is right for you. No GP appointment needed.
NHSNHS consultation. Usual prescription charges apply to any medicine supplied.
Who it is for
- Aged 12 and over
Outside this age range, the pharmacist can still give you advice, but you may need to see a GP for treatment.
At Lower House Pharmacy, Liverpool L11 2SF
- A private consultation room, not the counter
- No GP appointment or referral needed
- Your GP surgery is sent a record of the consultation
- Your care is delivered by the pharmacy, not by WalkInClinics
Based on our reviewed Sinusitis (NHS Pharmacy First) information.
Reviewed by Benjamin Rawthore, Pharmacist Manager and Independent Prescriber (GPhC 2215432). Last reviewed .
Common signs
- Pain, swelling and tenderness around your cheeks, eyes or forehead
- A blocked nose
- A reduced sense of smell
- Green or yellow mucus from your nose
- A sinus headache, or a high temperature
What the pharmacist does
- Asks how long you have had your symptoms and how they started
- Advises on what helps while it clears, as most sinusitis gets better on its own
- Offers medicine if it is right for you under the NHS pathway
- Tells you if you need to see a GP or someone else, and helps you get there
Where you can get this
Lower House Pharmacy
Liverpool, L11 2SF
NHS consultation. Usual prescription charges apply to any medicine supplied.
Questions people ask
Do I need antibiotics for sinusitis?
Usually not. Most sinusitis is caused by a virus and gets better on its own. The pharmacist checks whether treatment will help you.
Do I have to pay?
The consultation is free on the NHS. The usual prescription charges apply to any medicine you are given, unless you get free prescriptions.
Will my GP practice know?
Yes. The pharmacist updates your GP record after the consultation, so your notes stay complete.
Where this information comes from
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