Nose, throat & respiratory
Allergic rhinitis · selected sore throat · sinusitis · uncomplicated viral respiratory illness
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Private pharmacist consultation · Derry
Expert help for common health concerns.
Meet face to face with a Pharmacist Independent Prescriber for a careful assessment, practical advice and treatment when it is clinically appropriate.
Conditions we can assess
A focused service for selected common conditions.
You do not need to diagnose yourself before booking. We will listen to your symptoms, assess whether the service is suitable and explain the safest next step.
Skin, hair & nails
Acne · eczema · rosacea · fungal skin or nail conditions · male-pattern hair loss
Minor skin infections
Selected cases of impetigo · infected insect bites · nail-fold infection (paronychia)
Urinary & intimate health
Uncomplicated lower UTI in non-pregnant adult women · bacterial vaginosis
Digestive & oral health
Uncomplicated indigestion or acid reflux · oral thrush
Women’s & men’s health
Period pain and selected common concerns. Dedicated period-delay and erectile-dysfunction appointments are also available.
This is not an exhaustive list. Please call us if you are unsure. Some symptoms require a GP, dentist, urgent-care service or hospital assessment and cannot safely be managed through this service.
Clinical decisions first
A consultation does not automatically mean a prescription.
We will review your symptoms, medical history, current medicines, allergies and relevant risk factors. The right outcome may be advice, treatment, testing, monitoring or referral to another healthcare professional. The consultation fee remains payable whether or not medicine is supplied.
Please bring or know
- Your current medicines
- Any allergies or previous reactions
- Relevant medical conditions
- Pregnancy or breastfeeding status
- How long symptoms have lasted
- Anything you have already tried
How the appointment works
One clear route from symptoms to a safe plan.
Book one general consultation
Choose the private pharmacist appointment and briefly tell us what you would like help with.
Meet face to face
Your pharmacist takes a structured history and carries out any appropriate clinical checks.
Agree the right next step
If suitable, a private prescription may be issued and medicine can usually be supplied by the pharmacy.
Receive clear follow-up advice
We explain what to expect, warning signs and when to contact us, your GP or another service.
This is not an emergency service.
For severe breathing difficulty, chest pain, signs of stroke, severe allergic reaction or another medical emergency, call 999. If symptoms are worsening rapidly or you feel seriously unwell, seek urgent medical help rather than booking a routine appointment.
Already know which service you need?
Some concerns have a dedicated pathway.
Common questions
Helpful information before you book.
How much is the consultation?
The face-to-face consultation costs £30. Any medicine supplied is charged separately.
Will I definitely receive a prescription?
No. A prescription or medicine is supplied only when the pharmacist considers it clinically appropriate and safe after assessing you.
Do I need to know what condition I have?
No. Tell us your symptoms when you book. The consultation is designed to assess what may be causing them and whether this service is the right route.
Who can use this service?
The initial service is intended mainly for adults aged 18 and over with selected common conditions. Please call before booking for a child, during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.
What if my condition is not listed?
The list gives examples rather than every possible condition. Call 028 7126 2250 and we will help you decide whether to book or use another healthcare service.
Where does the consultation take place?
Appointments are face to face at Sweenys Health within H Sweeny Chemist, Unit 17, Quayside Shopping Centre, Derry.
Clinical content reviewed byKillian Johnston
Pharmacist Independent Prescriber · Owner, H Sweeny Chemist
Last reviewedAugust 2026
Content is reviewed regularly and updated when services or clinical guidance change.
Private pharmacist consultation
Book a face-to-face assessment.
£30 consultation fee. Medicines are charged separately and supplied only when clinically appropriate.