Acne
For spots and breakouts on the face, chest or back that over-the-counter products have not cleared.
Book consultation for acnePrivate health consultations at our pharmacy in Leyton, east London
See a pharmacist about common conditions, from skin complaints and hayfever to migraine and IBS. No GP appointment or referral needed.
- Where
- Leyton Pharmacy
98 Francis Road, London E10 6PP - Nearest stations
- Leyton, Central line
Leyton Midland Road, Suffragette line - Regulator
- GPhC registration 1040112
- Pharmacy opening hours
- Mon to Wed9am to 7pm Thu9am to 2pm Fri9am to 7pm Sat9am to 1pm SunClosed
What the general health consultations at Leyton Pharmacy are
Leyton Pharmacy offers private consultations for common health conditions at 98 Francis Road in Leyton, east London, including acne, eczema, hayfever, migraine, IBS and erectile dysfunction. You book a consultation for your condition, and the pharmacist asks about your symptoms, your health and any medicines you take. Where it is clinically suitable, they can supply treatment, including some prescription-only medicines, without a GP appointment or referral. Leyton Pharmacy is registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council under registration number 1040112.
Registered pharmacy
Registered with the General Pharmaceutical Council.
Seen by a pharmacist
Your consultation is with a clinician, not a sales adviser.
No GP referral needed
You can book directly with us.
A fixed address you can walk into
Consultations take place in a private room at the pharmacy.
Which condition do you want help with?
Each condition has its own consultation. Choose yours to book a time with the pharmacist.
Skin
5 consultationsDermatitis and eczema
For dry, itchy or inflamed skin, including flare-ups of eczema.
Book consultation for dermatitis and eczemaPlaque psoriasis
For raised, scaly patches of skin, typically on the elbows, knees or scalp.
Book consultation for plaque psoriasisAthlete's foot
For itchy, cracked or peeling skin between the toes that has not cleared or keeps coming back.
Book consultation for athlete's footUnwanted facial hair
For women with excess facial hair who want to discuss a prescription treatment.
Book consultation for unwanted facial hairAllergy and migraine
3 consultationsHayfever
For sneezing, itchy eyes and a runny nose when over-the-counter remedies are not giving enough relief.
Book consultation for hayfeverHayfever: nasal symptoms
For a blocked or runny nose from hayfever or allergy. The pharmacist assesses whether a prescription nasal spray is suitable.
Book consultation for hayfever nasal symptomsMigraine
For migraine attacks: a throbbing headache, often with nausea or sensitivity to light.
Book consultation for migraineDigestive health
3 consultationsIrritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
For stomach cramps, bloating and changes in bowel habit linked to IBS.
Book consultation for irritable bowel syndromeHaemorrhoids (piles)
For itching, soreness or discomfort from piles.
Book consultation for haemorrhoidsTraveller's diarrhoea
For travellers who want to discuss treatment for diarrhoea while abroad.
Book consultation for traveller's diarrhoeaMen's health
2 consultationsErectile dysfunction
For men aged 18 and over who have difficulty getting or keeping an erection.
Book consultation for erectile dysfunctionHair loss
For men with male pattern hair loss: a receding hairline or thinning at the crown.
Book consultation for hair lossHow a consultation works
Every consultation at Leyton Pharmacy follows four steps: you book for your condition, the pharmacist assesses you, you are told whether treatment is suitable, and if it is, it is supplied with advice.
1
You choose your condition and book
Pick the consultation that matches what you want help with. Each condition has its own booking.
2
The pharmacist asks about your symptoms and health
What is happening and for how long, what you have already tried, your medical history, and anything you currently take.
3
You are told whether treatment is suitable
A straight answer at the consultation. If it is not suitable, you are told why and where to go instead.
4
If it is suitable, treatment is supplied with advice
How to use it, what to expect, and when to come back or see your GP if things do not improve.
Is a pharmacy consultation right for you?
These consultations are for common conditions in people who are otherwise well. Severe, sudden or unexplained symptoms should be seen by your GP or NHS 111 first.
A pharmacy consultation fits if
- You have one of the conditions on this page, or symptoms that match it.
- Your symptoms are mild to moderate and you are otherwise well.
- You can tell the pharmacist about your medical history and anything you currently take.
- You can travel to the pharmacy for your consultation.
Each service has its own criteria, including age. The pharmacist checks them at the consultation, and that is what decides whether treatment can be supplied.
Speak to your GP or NHS 111 first if
- Your symptoms are severe, came on suddenly, or are getting worse quickly.
- You have symptoms you cannot explain, such as bleeding, weight loss or a new lump.
- You are pregnant or breastfeeding, as some treatments are not suitable.
- Your GP or a specialist is already managing the same condition.
In an emergency, such as chest pain, difficulty breathing or signs of a stroke, call 999.
NHS or private
Your GP can assess all of these conditions on the NHS. Leyton Pharmacy offers the private route, which you book directly without a GP appointment or referral.
Through the NHS
Your GP can assess any of the conditions on this page. The appointment is free, and NHS prescription charges apply unless you are exempt.
Advice at the pharmacy counter is also free, and for some of these conditions there are remedies you can buy without a prescription. Ask us, and we will tell you if that is the better place to start.
Privately, with us
You book directly, without a GP appointment or referral. It is a paid service, and the pharmacist confirms the cost before anything is supplied.
Choosing the private route does not remove your NHS options. You can speak to your GP at any point, and we would encourage you to tell them about any treatment you receive from us.
Where is Leyton Pharmacy?
Leyton Pharmacy is at 98 Francis Road, London E10 6PP, a few minutes from Leyton station on the Central line.
The pharmacy is on Francis Road in Leyton, a few minutes from Leyton station on the Central line. Leyton Midland Road, on the Overground Suffragette line, is also close.
Leytonstone, Walthamstow and Stratford are all a short journey, as are Clapton, Homerton and Hackney Wick across the Lea.
You do not need to live in Leyton to use these services.
- Address
- 98 Francis Road
Leyton, London E10 6PP - Underground
- Leyton, Central line
- Overground
- Leyton Midland Road, Suffragette line
- Telephone
- 0208 556 4292
- Pharmacy opening hours
- Mon to Wed9am to 7pm Thu9am to 2pm Fri9am to 7pm Sat9am to 1pm SunClosed
Questions people ask
About the consultations
Which conditions can the pharmacist help with?
Leyton Pharmacy offers private consultations for acne, dermatitis and eczema, plaque psoriasis, athlete's foot, unwanted facial hair, hayfever, migraine, irritable bowel syndrome, haemorrhoids, traveller's diarrhoea, erectile dysfunction and male pattern hair loss. Each condition has its own consultation, which you book separately.
Do I need a GP referral?
No. You do not need a GP referral or a GP appointment to use these services at Leyton Pharmacy. You book the consultation directly with us.
Do I need to book, or can I walk in?
Booking is the reliable way to be seen, because the consultation needs time set aside with the pharmacist. Choose your condition on this page to book online, or call the pharmacy on 0208 556 4292.
What happens at the consultation?
The pharmacist asks about your symptoms, your medical history and anything you already take, then tells you whether treatment is suitable. If it is, the treatment is supplied with advice on how to use it. If it is not, you are told why and where to go instead.
What should I bring?
Bring a list of anything you currently take, including anything bought without a prescription, and the names of any treatments you have already tried for the condition.
Will you tell my GP?
We would encourage you to tell your GP about any treatment you receive from us, and with your consent we can write to them. It is your decision.
Do I have to live in Leyton to use these services?
No. The services are open to anyone who can travel to Leyton Pharmacy at 98 Francis Road, London E10 6PP. People come from across east London.
Treatment and suitability
Can a pharmacist supply prescription medicines without a prescription from my GP?
Yes, for specific conditions. These services run under patient group directions, which are written instructions that allow a pharmacist to supply certain prescription-only medicines to patients who meet set criteria, without a separate prescription from a doctor.
Will I definitely be given treatment?
No. Treatment is supplied only where the pharmacist judges it is clinically suitable for you. Booking a consultation does not guarantee a supply.
What if treatment is not suitable for me?
The pharmacist will explain why and tell you what to do next. That may be a remedy you can buy without a prescription, an appointment with your GP, or NHS 111.
Is there an age limit?
Each service has its own criteria, including age. The pharmacist confirms them at your consultation, and you can call the pharmacy beforehand if you want to check.
Can I get help with more than one condition?
Yes. Each condition has its own consultation, so book one for each. Tell the pharmacist about any other treatment you are receiving so they can check the treatments are safe together.
What if my symptoms do not improve?
Come back to the pharmacy or speak to your GP. The pharmacist will tell you at the consultation how long treatment should take to work and when to seek further help.
Book your consultation
Choose your condition to book online, call the pharmacy, or come into the shop on Francis Road.
Choose a consultation
0208 556 4292 · 98 Francis Road, London E10 6PP
Mon to Wed and Fri 9am to 7pm. Thu 9am to 2pm. Sat 9am to 1pm. Sun closed.
Treatment is supplied only where the pharmacist judges it clinically suitable following a consultation. Booking a consultation does not guarantee a supply.
This page is general information and does not replace individual advice from a pharmacist or doctor. Leyton Pharmacy, 98 Francis Road, London E10 6PP. GPhC registration 1040112.