Minor illness from coughs and colds, chicken pox, cuts and grazes can be eased and treated at home with over-the-counter medicines from your pharmacy. Your Pharmacist can provide advice about treating minor health conditions and common ailments. If symptoms persist, or you are concerned,  you should contact the GP surgery or visit NHS 111 online.

Minor Illnesses

Some of the minor illnesses you can self-care or seek advice from your pharmacy for include:

• Colds and flu, including nasal congestion, sore throat, coughs and fever
• Hay fever and allergies
• UTI (urine infections)
• Vaginal Discharge
• Period pain, Thrush
• Skin infections, Rashes, Mild Acne and Eczema
• Mild Injuries, wounds and burns
• Constipation & haemorrhoids
• Diarrhoea & Vomiting
• Indigestion
• Aches, such as headaches and earaches
• Mouth ulcers, Cold sores
• Athlete’s foot