Our accredited pharmacists are trained to identify bacterial conjunctivitis of the eye and minor eyelid infections such as styes. 

Some of the common symptoms of bacterial conjunctivitis

• Eyes are red, swollen and inflamed

• Eyes will often have a white to yellow sticky fluid and discharge

• Vision is not typically affected, however discharge may cause blurring when present

• Eyes feel gritty, irritated and sore

• It often begins in one eye but can quickly spread to affect both eyes

Common reasons a pharmacist may not be able to supply treatment for bacterial conjunctivitis *

• Patient is under the age of 2

• Patient uses contact lenses

• Patients' eye is very painful

• Patient has had recent eye surgery

• Patient suffers from glaucoma

If a pharmacist deems that treatment is necessary, they can provide you with the most appropriate treatment, without you having to see a doctor.

If you are a contact lens wearer and have developed conjunctivitis whilst wearing your contact lenses you must see your Doctor or Optometrist. We cannot supply Chloramphenicol as you are at risk of a more serious eye condition which will require a different treatment.

No appointment required. 

* This is not a complete list of criteria in which a pharmacist will need to refer a patient to their doctor.