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Be Summer-Ready, not Left Behind!

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Getting away for a summer break? It's also school holidays and peak wedding, summer sports, festival and events season. And wouldn't you know it? Just when you're packing your bag, an unforeseen irritation strikes: period, migraine, run out of medication.

Whether it's a weekend getaway, red-letter event, or escape to the sun, follow these great preventative summer tips from your seen-it-all pharmacist to stop sneaky nuisances spoiling your plans.

Stocked up on Staples? Paracetamol, insect repellent, plasters, seasickness pills, diarrhoea-stop; you don't want to find the bathroom cabinet, packet or bottle empty last-minute. Keep a regular check on healthcare essentials, including dates, and replacing when past their best.

Got a Prescription? Even more important; and even easier these days, with automatic prescription delivery from your doctor to us, repeat and extended prescriptions, even home delivery. With Pharmacy First, our trained pharmacists can dispense many medications direct, give great advice and dispose of old medications.

Unwanted Visitor? A badly-timed period can really sap your energy, confidence and comfort. Hormonal period delay medication delays periods for up to two weeks, but needs to be started in good time, so pop and see our qualified pharmacist in privacy, who will check suitability and give you the information to take safely and effectively.

A Good Time means a Safe Time: There are times you really don't want to be left with an empty packet! We stock male and female condoms and lubricants, plus progestogen-only pills and can advise on the full range of contraceptive and sexual protection options available.

Don't Feel the Burn: Do I need to remind you should currently be applying sun protection every day- yes, even in cloudy Britain! Going abroad or spending longer in the sun, remember to increase your SPF level, reapply regularly, and go waterproof when there's going to be splashing!

Vaccinated is Protected: We're the only independent pharmacist in Lancaster qualified to advise and provide all your travel vaccination protection, often in one drop-in appointment, so don't risk falling ill, invalidating your insurance, or not being admitted to your dream destination by not having the right proof and protection.

Open early till late 6 days a week, and with regular seasonal tips on our Facebook, we've got you covered for summer fun- however much you dare to bare!

Customer Testimonials

The level of service at Brock Street Pharmacy is amazing. Tariq, Nabila and the team are knowledgeable, compassionate, professional, truly lovely. The best pharmacy of anywhere we have ever lived, we are very lucky to have them. A big thank you to you all.

Anastasja Katzinova

Lovely, hard working staff who always go above and beyond, first class customer service.  Nabila and Tariq should be proud of their team.

Mary Marsland

One of the friendliest businesses in town, it is always a pleasure to visit and the staff are always helpful, caring, efficient and kind. There is always time for a smile and laughter in the shop is often heard- thank you.

Deb Barnard

Incredibly impressed by the level of care and service. The pharmacist took time to listen to my concerns, provided knowledgeable advice, and ensured I fully understood my medications. Her outstanding attention to detail and genuine compassion made the experience exceptional. Well-organised, with a friendly and efficient team, if you’re looking for a pharmacy that goes above and beyond, I highly recommend.

Nadia Ali

Absolutely amazing pharmacy, all the staff are friendly and helpful, nothing is too much for them and they always make time for you- I will never go to any other pharmacy, these are by far the best of the best.

Gemma Lane

Really like this independent pharmacy and its friendly, helpful staff. Always greeted with a smile, the pharmacists are very approachable, taking time to advise and to share their knowledge. Long may it continue to serve our local community so well.

Homara

Following a consultation with Nabila for a trip abroad that I’m going on, she gave me all the information I needed and all the relevant vaccinations, simple and easy. She is lovely, and I would highly recommend!!

Luke Redmayne

Best pharmacy in the area by far, efficient with lovely polite, helpful staff. I wouldn't go anywhere else!

Deleata Hargreaves

Took my daughter in before 9am on a Monday morning, was able to see a pharmacist immediately, get a consultation and get something for her super quickly- great service.

Susanna Yates

Great experience getting a chicken pox vaccine. Nabila is super friendly and was very flexible with dates and times for the 2nd jab, made it a very simple process.

Alex Gordon