Impetigo Treatment
Assessment and treatment support for mild skin infection symptoms
Overview
Our pharmacists can assess symptoms suggestive of impetigo and provide advice or treatment where clinically appropriate under a pharmacy-led service.
About impetigo
Impetigo is a contagious skin infection that can cause red sores and crusting, often around the nose and mouth. Prompt assessment helps reduce spread and supports recovery.
Symptoms we assess
Red sores or blisters
Honey-coloured crusting
Spreading skin rash
How it works
How we help
We assess the skin and recommend the right next step.
- Self-care and hygiene advice
- Treatment supply where clinically appropriate
- Referral to GP if symptoms need further review
Eligibility
- Symptoms suitable for pharmacy assessment
- No signs of severe or rapidly spreading infection
- Not requiring emergency medical treatment
Cost
NHS funded
Available where the service criteria are met.
Seek urgent help if needed
If the infection is severe, rapidly worsening, or associated with fever and feeling very unwell, seek urgent medical advice.
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