Community pharmacies offer a range of services which patients can self refer to (or be referred to by their GP for Pharmacy First Community Pharmacy Consultation Service).

Essential services offered by all pharmacies include:

• dispensing medication
• over the counter medication purchase
• disposal of unwanted medications
• discharge medicines service

More information on essential services offered by community pharmacies can be found on the Community Pharmacy England website.

The Self-care Medicines scheme is a locally commissioned service also available at participating pharmacies in Barnet, Camden, Enfield, Haringey and Islington for people on low incomes who struggle to afford basic medicines.

The services listed below are offered by certain participating pharmacies.