Chemists & Pharmacies in Dorset UK

Information about Chemists in Dorset

Find Chemists in Dorset offering:

* Trusted and convenient healthcare

* Prescription dispensing, health advice, medication reviews, flu and travel vaccinations, blood pressure monitoring and minor ailment consultations

* A variety of over-the-counter medications, health supplements, vitamins, natural remedies, skincare products and personal care products, ensuring customers have access to essential healthcare items

* Expert advice, helping you to make informed healthcare decisions

* Health coaches and wellness programs tailored to individual needs

* Weight management consultations, smoking cessation support, and chronic disease management

Pharmacies in Bournemouth, like C & M Chemists, Late Night Columbia Chemist, or chains such as Boots and Asda Pharmacy, often work closely with local healthcare providers—GPs, nurses, and hospitals—to ensure continuity of care. Some independent ones, such as Wrights Pharmacy or Castle Lane Pharmacy, emphasize personalised service and will collect prescriptions from specific surgeries in the BH8 or BH9 areas.

Chemist services include:

- Prescription Dispensing: Pharmacies handle NHS, private, and sometimes veterinary prescriptions. Many offer free collection from local GP surgeries and delivery to your door, especially for those who can’t easily visit in person.

- Over-the-Counter Medicines: You can buy medications for minor ailments like colds, allergies, or pain relief without a prescription. Pharmacists often provide advice on what’s best for your symptoms.

- Health Services: Common offerings include blood pressure checks, stop smoking support, and emergency medication supplies if you run out of a regular prescription. Some pharmacies provide flu vaccinations (both NHS and private) and minor ailment treatments (e.g., for earaches, insect bites, or urinary tract infections in women).

- Repeat Prescriptions: Many chemists help you reorder prescriptions online or via apps, often with reminders so you don’t run out.

- Late-Night Options: A few pharmacies, like Late Night Columbia Chemist on Columbia Road, stay open later (e.g., until 7 PM weekdays, 6 PM Saturdays), offering flexibility beyond standard hours. True 24-hour services are rare, but nearby hospitals or out-of-hours services might cover urgent needs.