Services Database Minor Ailments Scheme
Service ID
19034
Description
The pharmacist will be accredited to supply medicines under the Minor Ailments Scheme, when indicated to clients in line with the requirements of a locally agreed protocol and relevant Patient Group Directions where applicable.
The seven conditions identified for treatment under this service are:
- herpes simplex virus (HSV) infections of the lips and face (herpes labialis);
- candidiasis including genital candidiasis, vaginal candidiasis, or candidal balanitis;
- allergic rhinitis and conunctivitis
- mycotic infections of the skin and naila including Athlete's foot (Tinea pedis infection) and ringworm (Tinea corporis infection);
- scute superficial bacterial eye infections including conjunctivitis, blepharitis, stye and infected meibomiam cyst;
- minor localised impetigo; and
- uncomplicated urinary tract infections.
Location of service
Somerset LPC
Commissioner
NHS England
Method of commissioning
NHS Enhanced service (AT)
Source of funding
NHS England
Service type
Minor ailment service
Other organisations involved
Dates
Start date:
End date:
Status
Ongoing
Training
In order to provide the service pharmacists must:
- have completed the authorisation process to be accredited by the local NHS England team for the supply of medicines under the protocol and relevant PGDs; and
- can demonstrate undertaking CPD relevant to this service if request to do so.
