About This Service
Impetigo Treatment
Impetigo is a common and very contagious bacterial skin infection that causes red sores or blisters which burst and form golden-brown crusts, often around the nose and mouth. It needs treatment to clear it and stop it spreading. Through the NHS Pharmacy First service, a pharmacist at Jardines Pharmacy - Shenley in Milton Keynes can assess impetigo in anyone aged 1 and over and supply treatment where clinically appropriate — free, with no GP appointment.
Key Benefits
✓Free NHS service for eligible patients aged 1 and over
✓No GP appointment or referral needed
✓Same-day, private pharmacist assessment
✓Treatment supplied where clinically appropriate
✓Hygiene advice to limit spread to others
✓Available face to face, by phone or video
What to Expect
1The pharmacist looks at or asks about the affected skin.
2They confirm whether it is impetigo.
3They advise on hygiene and supply treatment if appropriate.
4You receive guidance on returning to school or work and avoiding spread.
Who is This Service Suitable For?
●Anyone aged 1 and over with non-bullous impetigo
●Parents wanting fast treatment for a child's skin infection
●People with the typical golden, crusted sores
●Those wanting advice on stopping it spreading
●Widespread or recurrent impetigo may be referred to a GP
●Not suitable for serious or spreading infection without review