Common Conditions Service
Our experienced pharmacists are now able to offer fast, convenient care for eight common health conditions. This includes the ability to prescribe certain prescription‑only medicines for issues such as impetigo, specific urinary tract infections (UTIs), shingles and thrush — giving you quicker access to the treatment you need.
Following clinical protocols developed by the HSE, our pharmacists will assess your symptoms, offer clear advice, and prescribe medication when appropriate. In some situations, they may need to refer you to your GP or another healthcare professional, depending on the guidelines.
The 8 Common Conditions covered by the service are:
- Allergic Rhinitis
- Cold Sores
- Conjunctivitis
- Impetigo
- Oral Thrush
- Shingles
- Uncomplicated Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs)
- Vaginal Thrush
How it works: We offer a screening consultation in advance or you can come directly to the pharmacy.
- Advance Screening Consultation
You’ll be guided through a short condition‑specific screening form to assist the pharmacist to see if you meet the HSE Common Conditions Service criteria.
We will then ask you to come to the pharmacy on the same day and at least 30 minutes before closing time. Inform a member of staff that you have already completed the assessment form online. The pharmacist will see you at the earliest opportunity.
- Walk-in Consultation
You are welcome to call in to the pharmacy directly and you will be guided through a short condition specific preliminary screening form to assist the pharmacist to see if you meet the HSE Common Conditions Service criteria. You should come to the pharmacy at least 30 minutes before closing time. The pharmacist will see you at the earliest opportunity once the screening process has been completed.
How much will consultation cost under the Common Conditions Service?
The cost for the pharmacist consultation will be €35.
The charge for the medication supplied will be in addition to the cost of the pharmacist consultation fee. Medicines prescribed by pharmacists will be charged at the same price as doctor’s prescriptions and many of them are covered on medical card or Drug Payment Scheme.