Experiencing a frequent need to urinate followed by pain and discomfort? You may have a UTI.
Can’t get to the GP but need help with a possible UTI as soon as possible? Visit Star Pharmacy, a leading pharmacy in Westminster, London, for over 70 years. We can consult you and provide you with antibiotics on the same day to help you fight the urine infection. Book your UTI treatment in London.
Are You Experiencing Any of The Following UTI Symptoms?
The needs to urinate more frequently or urgently
Pain or discomfort when passing urine
The feeling of not fully emptying your bladder
Cloudy / foul smelling urine
Blood in your urine
Abdominal Pain
General Unwellness
Continuous / Dull Pain (Achy)
Tiredness
If you have answered yes to any of the above, Star Pharmacy can advise you and provide treatment to help you feel like your usual self. However, if your symptoms are more severe, then we will ask you to visit your urine infection doctor (GP) instead. The severity can vary from high fever, vomiting, back and side pain, pregnancy, diabetes, kidney disease to name a few.
Understanding The Types of UTIs
There are 4 main types of UTIs that a woman could be experiencing. We break these down further to give you a better idea of which UTI treatment you would require.
Cystitis
Infection of the bladder, common symptoms include painful and frequent urination.
Urethritis
Infection of the urethra, characterised by a burning sensation during urination.
Pyelonephritis
Kidney infection, marked by high fever and back pain.
Asymptomatic Bacteriuria
Presence of bacteria in urine without symptoms.
How Does It Work & What Should I Do Next?
Book In A Free Consultation
In order for us to help, first book in a consultation with our pharmacist at a date and time that is the most convenient to you.
Speak With An Expert
You may speak with a pharmacist via an online consultation or visit us in clinic in London. During this consultation you will be asked a series of questions to help us diagnose your concerns properly. If the pharmacy expert feels that you require antibiotics, these will be prescribed to you and you will have to visit Star Pharmacy to collect your prescription. Additionally, we'll provide you with advice and guidance to help remedy and prevent UTIs from happening.
Your Prescription
Star Pharmacy do not provide online deliveries for prescriptions. You would be required to visit our clinic to collect your prescription.
How do UTIs Occur?
A urinary tract infection, also known as a UTI, occurs when bacteria enter the unary tract and multiply, which leads to an infection. The bacteria commonly comes from the gastrointestinal tract and enters through the tube where urine leaves the body (urethra). UTIs are exceptionally common in women and can happen through sexual activity or due to poor hygiene, such as improper wiping.
Factors that contribute to the Urinary Tract Infections in Women
- Sexual activity
- Use of certain birth control
- Menopause
- Obstructive flows of urine
- Diabetes
- Weak Immune System
- and more
There’s no need to be feel anxious, we are here for you.
Feeling anxious when having a UTI is common, but there’s no need to stay seated whilst shaking your legs and staring at the toilet door waiting to rush inside for what you’re expecting to be a relief from that bursting feeling, only to find that you can’t go.
We’ve got experts and treatments here at Star Pharmacy in London that can help you. In addition, if you are eligible and we feel confident that you require the antibiotics, you can have them on the same day of speaking to us.
Where to go for your Urinary Tract Infection treatment in London?
Star Pharmacy in London, located in Westminster, provide NHS Pharmacy First services, and with our 5-star track record and over 70 years of quality patient care, you can be assured that you are in safe hands. Our team of experts here will be able to help you overcome your UTI so you can get back to living your life comfortably.
Name: Star Pharmacy & Clinic
Address: 33 Strutton Ground, London SW1P 2HY
Phone: 020 7222 1589
FAQs
Who is eligible for the free consultation?
Women aged 16-64 who are experiencing symptoms of a lower urinary tract infection (UTI) are eligible for a free consultation under the NHS Pharmacy First scheme at Star Pharmacy. If you have symptoms like frequent urination, pain during urination, cloudy or foul-smelling urine, or lower abdominal pain, you can visit us for a consultation. However, if your symptoms are severe or you have underlying health conditions, we recommend seeing your GP.
Under what circumstances do I still need to see the GP?
You should see a GP instead of a pharmacist if you experience severe symptoms such as high fever, vomiting, back or side pain, or if you are pregnant, have diabetes, kidney disease, or a weakened immune system. Additionally, if you have recurrent UTIs (two or more infections in the last six months or three or more in the last 12 months), a GP consultation is necessary to manage and treat your condition appropriately.
Is the medication free under the NHS Pharmacy First scheme?
Under the NHS Pharmacy First scheme, eligible individuals can receive a free consultation and, if necessary, a prescription for antibiotics. The cost of the medication itself will depend on the NHS prescription charges applicable in your area. Please check with the pharmacy for specific details regarding any charges. The current rate for NHS prescriptions are £9.90 per item unless you are exempt from paying for prescriptions.
Are there any home remedies that I can try?
Yes, there are several home remedies you can try to alleviate UTI symptoms and support your recovery:
Increase fluid intake: Drink plenty of water to help flush out bacteria.
Avoid irritants: Stay away from caffeine, alcohol, spicy foods, and smoking.
Don’t hold urine: Urinate frequently to help clear the infection.
Cranberry juice: Drinking cranberry juice may help prevent bacteria from adhering to the urinary tract.
Improve hygiene: Practice good hygiene, especially after using the toilet.
Consume probiotics: Include probiotics in your diet through supplements or foods like kefir yoghurt.
Heat pads: Apply a heating pad to your lower abdomen to relieve pain. You can book a free consultation with one of our pharmacists for more personalised advice.
Do I need a GP appointment for a UTI?
Not necessarily. For mild to moderate symptoms of a UTI, you can visit Star Pharmacy for a free consultation under the NHS Pharmacy First scheme. Our pharmacists can provide advice and, if needed, prescribe antibiotics on the same day. However, if your symptoms are severe or persistent, or you have underlying health conditions, it’s advisable to see your GP for further evaluation and treatment.
Are there any home remedies for UTIs?
Whilst antibiotics are the fastest way to help successfully remove the infection from your body, some people prefer to try alternative remedies at home before considering antibiotics.
- Increase fluid intakes, mainly water
- Avoid irritants like caffeine, smoking, alcohol and spicy foods
- Don’t try and hold your urine. If you need to go, then go
- Cranberry juice can help flush out the infection
- Improve hygiene practices
- Consume probiotics, whether it be a supplement or through foods like Kefir yoghurt
- Place heat pads on lower abdomen to reduce any pain you may be experiencing
For more information on things you do at home to overcome a UTI at home, you can book a free consultation with one of our pharmacists and they’ll gladly guide to a successful recovery.
