The NHS Pharmacy First Scotland service (which replaces the Minor Ailments Service) launched in July 2020.
- NHS Pharmacy First PCA – Click here
- Order Pharmacy First Leaflets – Click here
- Pharmacy First Approved List- Click here
- Privacy Notice (a copy of this must be displayed in your pharmacy)
- NHS Pharmacy First – Information for Patients (leaflets translated into many languages including Ukrainian)
Patient Group Directions & Resources
PGDs Pharmacy First – Click Here
PGD Training Resources – Click here (sign into TURAS first before clicking on the link)
Who is eligible for NHS Pharmacy First Scotland?
Eligibility for the Pharmacy First Scotland service is reserved for those who fit the following criteria:
- Everyone registered with a GP practice in Scotland or the Defence Medical Services on a permanent or temporary basis (including care home residents).
- People who live in Scotland (including gypsy or travellers / asylum seeker or dependant of an asylum seeker).
Who isn’t eligible for NHS Pharmacy First Scotland?
Visitors to Scotland are excluded from accessing the service, however pharmacists will still be able to provide general help and advice to these patients as well as providing medication by over the counter sale.
Recording Advice/Treatment/Referral
