NHS Pharmacy First
Sinusitis Treatment in Ewell, Epsom
A free NHS consultation for sinusitis at Miles Pharmacy, with treatment where it is clinically appropriate. No GP appointment, no referral, and you do not need to be registered with us.
- Free NHS consultation
- Ages 12 and over
- Walk in or book
Who it is for
Who this covers
NHS eligibility 12 years and over
The NHS sinusitis pathway covers adults and children aged 12 and over. If you are under 12 you will need to see your GP instead. There is no charge for the consultation. If you are given a medicine, the standard NHS prescription charge applies unless you are exempt.
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, the pharmacist will assess them with you.
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 around the cheeks, eyes and forehead
- Green or yellow mucus discharge from the nose
- Reduced sense of smell
- Headache
- Elevated temperature
- Toothache and bad breath
What to expect
What happens when you come in
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Book or walk in
Book online, call 020 8393 1000, or come to the counter. No referral and no GP appointment needed.
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A private consultation
The pharmacist will ask how long it has lasted and what you have already tried, look at your symptoms against the NHS pathway, and treat it if it fits.
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Treatment or advice
If treatment is appropriate, you can be supplied there and then. If it is not, you will get advice on managing the symptoms and be told exactly what to watch for and when to come back. Either way the consultation is recorded and sent to your GP with your consent.
Being straight with you
When to get urgent help instead
Call 111 if you or your child are very unwell, if painkillers are not helping or symptoms are getting worse, or if you have a weakened immune system, for example because you are having chemotherapy.
Before you come in
Questions people ask about this
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The consultation is free on the NHS.
If you are given a medicine, the standard NHS prescription charge applies unless you are exempt.
Samit Patel
Superintendent Pharmacist and Director · GPhC 2076789
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No, you can walk in. Booking means you will not wait, and if we are busy the pharmacist may ask you to come back at a set time.
Samit Patel
Superintendent Pharmacist and Director · GPhC 2076789
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No. This is open to anyone registered with a GP practice in England, whichever practice that is.
Samit Patel
Superintendent Pharmacist and Director · GPhC 2076789
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Yes, from age 12. Under 12s need to see a GP.
Samit Patel
Superintendent Pharmacist and Director · GPhC 2076789
No appointment needed
Come in today.
Choose Pharmacy First and a time that suits you, or walk in and ask at the counter. The consultation is free on the NHS.
- Private and NHS
- GPhC premises 9011598
- Closed today
Prefer to talk? 020 8393 1000