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Not all pharmacies in the UK are part of the National Health Service (NHS). Most pharmacies are independent businesses that contract with the NHS to provide some services, like dispensing NHS prescriptions.

Yes and No. The rules here have and will probably change again in the future. There is a new scheme called Pharmacy First Scheme means that patients across England can now get prescription-only treatment for seven common conditions at their local high street pharmacy, without needing to see a GP. This can include prescribing and supplying antibiotics and antivirals where clinically appropriate.In the UK, only doctors and some other qualified healthcare professionals can prescribe antibiotics. Pharmacists can dispense antibiotics based on a valid prescription.

This is for you to decide, but its the reason we built this website, to help you identify the best pharmacy that will suit your needs.

In the UK, there are regulations on posting prescription medication. Generally, you can only use a registered mail service and the medication must be dispensed by a UK pharmacy. It's best to check with the specific pharmacy about their policies.

In general, UK pharmacies cannot accept foreign prescriptions. Prescriptions are typically only valid in the country where they are issued. There may be exceptions in some cases, but it's best to contact the pharmacy directly to inquire.