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An efficient and safe service at the heart of our community

15 min
Free or £9.90/item
Main Street

Service Description

NHS Prescription Service At our pharmacy, we make it easy and convenient for you to get your NHS prescriptions dispensed quickly and safely. Whether your prescription comes from your GP, hospital, or an online NHS service, our qualified pharmacists are here to help. How It Works 1. Send Us Your Prescription Your GP can send your prescription to us electronically through the NHS Electronic Prescription Service (EPS). Simply nominate our pharmacy as your preferred dispenser, and your prescriptions will be sent directly to us — no need to collect paper forms from your surgery. You can nominate us by: Letting our pharmacy team know in person or by phone Requesting it through your GP practice or NHS App 2. We Dispense Your Medicines Once your prescription arrives, our pharmacy team will prepare your medicines promptly and check they are safe and suitable for you. We’ll explain how to take them and answer any questions about your treatment or side effects if needed. 3. Collection or Delivery You can collect your medicines at a time that suits you, or ask about our home delivery (chargeable) service if this is required. Prescription Charges and Exemptions You’ll pay the standard NHS prescription charge per item unless you’re exempt. You may qualify for free prescriptions if you: Are aged under 16 or over 60 Are aged 16–18 and in full-time education Hold a valid exemption certificate (for example, maternity, medical, or pre-payment certificate) Our team can help you check your eligibility or find the best way to save on prescription costs. Why Choose Us Fast, reliable NHS prescription service Electronic prescriptions direct from your GP Expert pharmacist advice and medication support Delivery option available Switch to our pharmacy today and get your NHS prescriptions quickly, safely, and hassle-free.


Contact Details

  • J.W.W. Allison & Sons Ltd., Main Street, Cockermouth, UK

    (01900) 822292

    patientcare@allisonschemist.com


Welcome to Allison's Chemist

Long-established community pharmacy in the heart of Cockermouth offering a wide range of NHS and private services.

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Private Services

What we do

Our private services have grown considerably over the past few years and they continue to grow to keep in line with what our patients are looking for from us.  Whether it's travel vaccinations, antimalarials, weight management clinics or a Yellow Fever exemption certificate we have you covered.

These services are obviously chargeable, but are a vital addition to our core services both for the viability of our pharmacy as a business and to meet our patients needs.

Medical Consultation

Retail Therapy

Medicinal therapies aren't the only ones we specialise in. Why not take a look at some of the quality gifts whilst you're in for our more traditional offerings.

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Who we are and what we do

Need your prescription dispensed?  We can do that for you and carry a large stock so in most cases we can fulfil your prescription right away. 

Require a vaccination for a holiday, work or just to protect yourself?  We can do that too.  We offer NHS vaccinations for both flu and COVID on a seasonal basis as well as travel, occupational and general wellbeing vaccinations on a private basis.

We also offer other NHS and private professional services to help you access medication and advice in a timely manner.

On top of all this we also excel when it comes to retail therapy, stocking beautiful gifts from quality manufacturers.

NHS Services

What we do

Dispensing is our bread and butter.  Our team of established staff will prepare your medication in a safe and timely manner under the guidance of our experienced pharmacists, with the assistance of advanced computer systems and our dispensing robot.
We can now treat patients for seven conditions on the NHS Pharmacy First scheme.  Eligibility criteria apply and a consultation is required.

31 Main St

Cockermouth

Cumberland

CA13 9LE

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