Sinusitis
Remote Advice and Treatment Service for Sinusitis
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Sinusitis advice and treatment through the Pharmacy First Service
Who is eligible to receive advice and treatment for sinusitis under the Free NHS Pharmacy First Service?
What is Sinusitis?
What are the Main Symptoms of Sinusitis?
- Nasal Congestion
- Pain, inflammation and tenderness are felt around the cheeks, eyes and forehead.
- Green/yellow mucus discharge from the nose
- Reduced sense of smell
- Headache
- Elevated Temperature
- Toothache and bad breath
What are the available treatments for Sinusitis through the Pharmacy First Service?
During a consultation, your condition will be assessed by one of our pharmacists. The pharmacist may decide to offer you a treatment for your sinusitis if they consider it clinically appropriate and suitable. Your eligibility for the free NHS Pharmacy First service will also be assessed and the following treatments might be provided if you are eligible.
Corticosteroid Spray or dropsTo reduce inflammation associated with sinusitis, a corticosteroid spray or drops can be given to the patient. Corticosteroids can reduce the swelling of the nasal passages and sinuses. You should follow the instructions given by the pharmacist and the method of administration in the patient information leaflet to correctly administer the corticosteroid spray or drops.
AntibioticsIf there are signs and symptoms of bacterial infection of the sinuses, the pharmacist might consider supplying an antibiotic after carefully considering clinical requirements and suitability.
*If you are issued a prescription medicine, you will pay the standard NHS prescription charge unless you’re eligible for free prescriptions.
If the available treatments through this service are found to be unsuitable for your condition, the pharmacist may offer an alternative private treatment or sign-post you to another service.
Want to learn more about Sinusitis? Visit the NHS webpage for up-to-date advice and information on sinusitis.