Pharmacies

Meadows Pharmacy

87-89 LIVERPOOL ROAD SOUTH, MAGHULL, Liverpool L31 7AD

Overview

Meadows Pharmacy is a community pharmacy located in Maghull, Liverpool, serving the local population with essential healthcare services. Positioned on Liverpool Road South in this residential area, the pharmacy is well-situated to serve residents across Maghull and surrounding neighbourhoods. Like most community pharmacies in the UK, Meadows Pharmacy operates as part of the National Health Service (NHS) framework, providing prescription dispensing and over-the-counter medication services to patients of all ages.

The pharmacy offers standard pharmaceutical services including the filling and delivery of NHS and private prescriptions, dispensing of repeat medications, and advice on medicines and minor health conditions. Staff members are trained to provide guidance on general health matters and can signpost patients to appropriate healthcare services when needed. The pharmacy may also offer services such as health checks or minor ailment consultations depending on local commissioning arrangements.

As a community pharmacy in an accessible location, Meadows Pharmacy plays an important role in local healthcare delivery. The business serves both registered NHS patients and private customers, contributing to healthcare accessibility in Maghull.

Frequently Asked Questions

Opening hours at Meadows Pharmacy in Liverpool vary — most pharmacies are open Monday to Saturday, with some offering Sunday and bank holiday hours. Contact 01515 203042 for current opening times. Many pharmacies open early (8am) and close late (6:30pm or later). Check the NHS website for verified opening hours.
Some medicines require a prescription from your GP or hospital doctor, while many others are available over the counter without a prescription. The pharmacist at Meadows Pharmacy can advise you on which medicines are available without a prescription and can recommend suitable treatments for common conditions such as coughs, colds, headaches, hay fever, and minor infections.
Yes, Meadows Pharmacy offers free NHS flu vaccinations each autumn for eligible patients including those aged 65 and over, pregnant women, people with long-term conditions (asthma, diabetes, heart disease), carers, and frontline health and social care workers. No appointment is needed at many pharmacies — walk in and ask. The pharmacist can check your eligibility on the spot.
Yes, you can collect a prescription on behalf of someone else from Meadows Pharmacy. You will need to know the patient's name and date of birth, and you may be asked to sign for the collection. For controlled drugs, additional identification requirements may apply. If you regularly collect for someone, ask Meadows Pharmacy about setting up a nominated representative.
Meadows Pharmacy can provide travel health advice and some travel vaccinations. Common travel vaccines available at pharmacies include hepatitis A, typhoid, and cholera. Other vaccinations such as yellow fever require a specialist travel clinic. Book a travel health consultation at least 6-8 weeks before your trip by calling 01515 203042. Some travel vaccines carry a charge as they are not available on the NHS.
Yes, Meadows Pharmacy can manage your repeat prescriptions for you. The pharmacy contacts your GP surgery on your behalf to order your regular medicines, so they are ready for you to collect without having to request them yourself each time. Ask about the Electronic Repeat Dispensing (eRD) service, which allows your GP to authorise repeats for up to 12 months.
Yes, pharmacists at Meadows Pharmacy can now prescribe for certain common conditions under the NHS Pharmacy First service. Conditions covered include sinusitis, sore throat, earache, infected insect bites, impetigo, shingles, and uncomplicated urinary tract infections in women. This means you can get treatment without seeing a GP. The pharmacist can also supply emergency contraception and some other medicines under Patient Group Directions.
Yes, Meadows Pharmacy offers Medicine Use Reviews (MURs) and the New Medicine Service (NMS) to help you get the most from your medicines. These free NHS consultations help you understand what your medicines are for, how to take them correctly, identify side effects, and resolve any problems. Ask the pharmacist if you take multiple medications or have recently started a new medicine.
Meadows Pharmacy may offer a free prescription delivery service for patients who are housebound, elderly, or have difficulty visiting the pharmacy. Contact 01515 203042 to check availability and arrange delivery to your home in the Liverpool area. Some pharmacies use delivery apps or partner with delivery services for same-day delivery.
Yes, Meadows Pharmacy has a private consultation room where you can speak to the pharmacist confidentially about your health, medicines, or any sensitive issues. All NHS pharmacy services including Pharmacy First consultations, medicine reviews, and vaccination appointments take place in the private room. Ask at the counter if you would like a private consultation.
If Meadows Pharmacy is closed, check the rota for the nearest late-night or duty pharmacy — pharmacies take turns providing out-of-hours cover on evenings, Sundays, and bank holidays. You can find the nearest open pharmacy on the NHS website or by calling NHS 111. In a medical emergency, call 999.
Meadows Pharmacy aims to be accessible to all customers. Contact 01515 203042 to confirm step-free access, accessible counter heights, and any other adjustments you may need. Under the Equality Act, pharmacies must make reasonable adjustments for disabled customers. A private consultation room is available for confidential discussions.
Yes, Meadows Pharmacy offers free NHS blood pressure checks for adults aged 40 and over. High blood pressure often has no symptoms but increases your risk of heart attack and stroke. The check takes about 5 minutes — walk in or call 01515 203042 to arrange. If your blood pressure is raised, the pharmacist will advise on next steps and may refer you to your GP.
Yes, emergency contraception (the morning-after pill) is available from Meadows Pharmacy without a prescription. It is most effective the sooner it is taken after unprotected sex. Levonorgestrel (effective up to 72 hours) is available over the counter. Ulipristal acetate (effective up to 120 hours) may also be available. The pharmacist will have a brief confidential consultation. Emergency contraception is free on the NHS for women of all ages from most pharmacies.
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Contact Details
Phone
Address
87-89 LIVERPOOL ROAD SOUTH, MAGHULL
Liverpool
L31 7AD
Opening Hours
Monday 09:00 - 18:00
Tuesday 09:00 - 18:00
Wednesday 09:00 - 18:00
Thursday 09:00 - 18:00
Friday 09:00 - 18:00
Saturday 09:00 - 13:00
Sunday 09:00 - 17:00