Local Pharmacy First Extension Service

Local Pharmacy First Extension Service

The aim of the Local Pharmacy First Extension Service is to allow patients suffering from skin conditions or skin infections to access advice and treatment from community pharmacies without the need to visit their GP.  Community pharmacists will carry out a consultation in the pharmacy with the patient.

For information regarding National Pharmacy First Service can be found under core services.

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

• COPD: Doxycycline
• COPD: AmoxicillinCOPD
• COPD: Prednisolone

Mild Skin Conditions

• Hydrocortisone Service Specification
• Hydrocortisone PGD
• Hydrocortisone GP Notification/Consultation Form
• Skin Conditions Patient Information Leaflet
• Dermatology Presentation

Claim Form

The following claim forms should be submitted to Carol Droubay on a monthly basis to claim the consultation fees:

• Local Pharmacy First Extension Service – Claim Form V6

Training Materials

NES have developed a Pharmacy First Extension Service module which covers skin conditions and skin infections. This can be accessed on TURAS Learn.