Dispensing:

We dispense both NHS and private prescriptions.  Any warnings or recommendations regarding your medicine will automatically appear on the label.

Emergency Supplies:

If you are unable to get to your doctor and require a prescription medicine in an emergency, we may be able to help.  We can only do this in genuine emergencies.  And because it cannot be done under the NHS, we have to charge.

Unwanted Medicines:

Please return all unused medicines to the pharmacy where we will safely dispose of them.  Please DO NOT HOARD MEDICINES - it can be fatal.

Medicine Containers:

All tablets and capsules are supplied in 'child resistant containers' unless you ask us not to.  This does not mean they are "child proof" - nothing is!   KEEP ALL MEDICINES OUT OF CHILDREN'S SIGHT AND REACH. Your pharmacist will advise you on safe storage of all medicines.  Some people may require special containers to enable them to remember to take their medicines regularly and accurately.  These can be obtained on request.

Stoma / Incontinence Supplies:

We can quickly obtain a comprehensive range of these products including pads, mattress covers, sheets, etc. and the pharmacist will offer you confidential advice in any of these areas.

Pregnancy Testing Service:

Home-testing kits can be purchased.  The pharmacist will also advise on fertility testing.

Medicine Sales:

When we are open there is always a pharmacist to give you advice on treating minor illnesses.  As well as a wide range of well known products.  We can also make up medicines specially for you.  We have a semi-private area where you can speak in confidence to the pharmacist. Ask your pharmacist.  You will be taking good advice.

Fertility Testing:

We can advise you on buying and using thermometers and testing kits for home use.  These show when a woman's fertility is at its highest.  Full information on how to use these kits is freely available from the pharmacist.

Surgery Equipment:

We can supply a comprehensive range of equipment for use by doctors, nurses and midwives.  Please ask for our catalogue.

Healthcare Aids for the Elderly and Disabled:

We can quickly obtain a wide variety of products such as wheelchairs, commodes, ant-pressure products, toilet, kitchen and eating aids.  All of the equipment is designed to make life easier for the elderly, disabled, or anyone who has difficulty in or around the home.

First Aid Supplies:

We carry a wide range of products for domestic use but can also meet requirements for offices, shops and factories.

Chiropody:

Your pharmacist can advise on minor complaints and recommend suitable products from our foot care range.

Hosiery:

We can supply stockings ordered by your doctor and also many other items not available on the NHS such as support tights.  We also offer a measuring and fitting service.

Holiday Check List:

We provide a list of things you may need for your holiday.  These include sun creams, anti-malarial treatments  and remedies for upset stomach and diarrhoea.  Please ask the pharmacist for advice.

Health Leaflets:

Healthcare education and information leaflets are always available.

Health Advice:

The pharmacist is available for advice on medicines and minor ailments, in private, if required.

Counter Medicines:

We keep a wide range of well-known counter medicines and vitamins, minerals and tonics.  The pharmacist is available for advice on diet supplements.

Patient Medication Records / Drug Interaction:

Our modern computer allows us to keep records of all your prescriptions dispensed by us.  It automatically alerts us to any problems, which may arise when new medicines are prescribed and allows us to counter prescribe with full assurances on efficacy and safety.  You will receive a card from the pharmacist containing your name, address and personal number.  Please bring this with you when medicines are being dispensed or bought over the counter.

Repeat Prescriptions:

We operate a repeat prescription collection service.  Please ask for details.

Ostomy Supplies:

We can obtain a comprehensive range and provide a confidential service.  We also supply free disposal bags upon request.

Nebulisers:

Although not available on the NHS, your doctor may recommend their purchase for asthma or breathing problems.  We can also advise on the use of inhalers and peak flow meters.

Photographic Services:

Our developing and printing service is fast and efficient and of a very high standard.  We operate a next day service, and offer other ancillary photographic services.  We stock a comprehensive range of films, disposable cameras and batteries.

Free Films:

We offer a free film with every develop and print order.

Urgent Prescriptions:

If you have an urgent prescription that needs to be dispensed outside our normal hours then contact the Police and they will arrange for a pharmacist to be called out.