Do I need a GP referral for Throat Infection Treatment?

No. Throat Infection Treatment is a private service you can book directly with Bruntsfield Pharmacy, without a GP referral and without being registered with us. If what you need turns out to be something better handled by your GP or a hospital, we will tell you that plainly rather than proceed.

Where can I get Throat Infection Treatment in Edinburgh?

At Bruntsfield Pharmacy, 129 Bruntsfield Place, Edinburgh EH10 4EQ, through our Private Prescribing Service service. We are a short walk from Morningside, Marchmont and Tollcross, and open monday to friday 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM. You can book online or call 0131 563 6824.

Do I need an appointment for Throat Infection Treatment?

Booking ahead is best, and you can do it online from this page or by calling 0131 563 6824. We can often see people the same day. If you are unsure whether this is the right service for you, ring first and ask to speak to a pharmacist.

Throat Infection Treatment

A private consultation for a sore throat that is not improving, where a prescribing pharmacist assesses you and can prescribe where it is appropriate.

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Community pharmacies are the first point of contact for everyday healthcare.

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Availability: Private service
Clinic: Private Prescribing Service
Referral: Not needed, book directly
Where: 129 Bruntsfield Place, Edinburgh EH10 4EQ

What is Throat Infection Treatment?

The great majority of sore throats are viral. A minority are bacterial and benefit from antibiotics, and there are recognised signs that make that more likely, which is what the assessment looks for.

If antibiotics are not the right answer we will tell you, and explain what will actually help in the meantime. Overusing antibiotics for viral infections is not a neutral act.

Why choose Throat Infection Treatment at Bruntsfield Pharmacy?

Same-day appointments

Usually seen the same day, without waiting for a GP appointment to come free.

Assessed by a prescriber

An independent prescribing pharmacist assesses you and can prescribe where it is appropriate.

Honest advice

If treatment is not the right answer, or you need to see a GP, we will tell you plainly.

Private consultation room

Every consultation happens behind a closed door, not at the counter.

How it Works

How does Throat Infection Treatment work?

Book a consultation

Book online or call in. Most appointments are available the same day.

Talk it through

The pharmacist asks about your symptoms, your history and anything you already take, and examines you where needed.

Agree what happens next

If treatment is right for you it is supplied there and then. If it is not, we explain why and where to go instead.

Book online

Choose a time for Throat Infection Treatment without leaving this page.

Throat Infection Treatment: common questions

Do I need a GP referral for Throat Infection Treatment?: No. Throat Infection Treatment is a private service you can book directly with Bruntsfield Pharmacy, without a GP referral and without being registered with us. If what you need turns out to be something better handled by your GP or a hospital, we will tell you that plainly rather than proceed.
Where can I get Throat Infection Treatment in Edinburgh?: At Bruntsfield Pharmacy, 129 Bruntsfield Place, Edinburgh EH10 4EQ, through our Private Prescribing Service service. We are a short walk from Morningside, Marchmont and Tollcross, and open monday to friday 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM. You can book online or call 0131 563 6824.
Do I need an appointment for Throat Infection Treatment?: Booking ahead is best, and you can do it online from this page or by calling 0131 563 6824. We can often see people the same day. If you are unsure whether this is the right service for you, ring first and ask to speak to a pharmacist.