Claughton Pharmacy
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About
Claughton Pharmacy is an NHS community pharmacy located in Birkenhead, Merseyside, England, United Kingdom. The pharmacy operates next to Claughton Medical Centre and provides healthcare support for local residents through prescription dispensing, NHS pharmacy services, healthcare consultations, and minor illness support. It is known locally as a late-night pharmacy because it remains open later than many standard UK pharmacies.
The pharmacy serves the Claughton and wider Wirral community and focuses on providing convenient healthcare access for families, elderly residents, working professionals, and NHS patients. Because it is closely connected to a nearby medical centre, many patients use it for collecting prescriptions directly after GP appointments.
Claughton Pharmacy also supports digital healthcare services through Patient Access and online prescription systems. Patients can order repeat prescriptions, manage pharmacy nominations, and access healthcare services more efficiently online. Many local community pharmacies in England now use digital healthcare systems, and Claughton Pharmacy is part of that modern NHS healthcare approach.
Services
Opening hours
| Monday | 09:00 – 21:00 |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 09:00 – 21:00 |
| Wednesday | 09:00 – 21:00 |
| Thursday | 09:00 – 21:00 |
| Friday | 09:00 – 21:00 |
| Saturday | 09:00 – 21:00 |
| Sunday | 09:00 – 16:00 |
Frequently asked questions
Does Claughton Pharmacy provide NHS prescriptions?
Yes. The pharmacy dispenses NHS prescriptions and private prescriptions for local patients.
Can patients order repeat prescriptions online?
Yes. Through Patient Access and NHS digital systems, patients can:
Order repeat prescriptions
Manage nominated pharmacy settings
Track medication requests
Does the pharmacy offer home delivery?
Yes. Free home delivery services are mentioned for eligible patients and local residents.
Does Claughton Pharmacy support Electronic Prescription Service (EPS)?
Yes. EPS allows prescriptions to be sent digitally from GP surgeries directly to the pharmacy.
What is Pharmacy First?
Pharmacy First is an NHS service that allows pharmacists to help treat certain common conditions without requiring a GP appointment first.