NHS Pharmacy First service

Advice and Treatment Service for Sinusitis in Chigwell

Those aged 12 years old and over can access advice and NHS-funded* Treatments for sinusitis, without the need to see their GP.

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Sinusitis advice and treatment through the Pharmacy First Service in Chigwell

Chigwell Pharmacy offers advice and NHS-funded treatment, if clinically appropriate, to eligible patients in Chigwell for Sinusitis.

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Are you suffering from symptoms of sinusitis? If your symptoms are severe or have not resolved by themselves, you might be eligible for expert advice and NHS-funded* treatment through the Pharmacy First Service, without the need to see your GP.

What is Sinusitis?

Sinusitis refers to the swelling of the sinuses that is usually caused by an infection of the sinuses. In most cases, it will clear by itself in a few weeks. If your symptoms persist or are severe, you might need medication to treat the infection and the swelling.

What are the Main Symptoms of Sinusitis?

Sinusitis usually occurs following a cold or flu infection. There are several symptoms associated with Sinusitis, including:

Nasal Congestion
Pain, inflammation and tenderness are felt around the cheeks, eyes and forehead.
Green/yellow mucus discharge from the nose
Reduced sense of smell
Headache
Elevated Temperature
Toothache and bad breath

What are the available treatments for Sinusitis through the Pharmacy First Service?

During a consultation, your condition will be assessed by one of our pharmacists. The pharmacist may decide to offer you a treatment for your sinusitis if they consider it clinically appropriate and suitable. Your eligibility for the free NHS Pharmacy First service will also be assessed and the following treatments might be provided if you are eligible.

Corticosteroid Spray or drops

To reduce inflammation associated with sinusitis, a corticosteroid spray or drops can be given to the patient. Corticosteroids can reduce the swelling of the nasal passages and sinuses. You should follow the instructions given by the pharmacist and the method of administration in the patient information leaflet to correctly administer the corticosteroid spray or drops.

Antibiotics

If there are signs and symptoms of bacterial infection of the sinuses, the pharmacist might consider supplying an antibiotic after carefully considering clinical requirements and suitability.

*If you are issued a prescription medicine, you will pay the standard NHS prescription charge unless you’re eligible for free prescriptions.

If the available treatments through this service are found to be unsuitable for your condition, the pharmacist may offer an alternative private treatment or sign-post you to another service.

Want to learn more about Sinusitis?

Visit the NHS webpage for up-to-date advice and information on sinusitis.

Advice and treatment for other common conditions in Chigwell

The Pharmacy First Service is an NHS service designed to offer free advice and treatments to eligible patients for seven common conditions including Sinusitis. Patients can access this service at Chigwell Pharmacy in Chigwell.