Pharmacies
Medina Chemist
89 VICTORIA ROAD, NETHERFIELD, Nottingham NG4 2NN
Overview
Medina Chemist is a pharmacy located in Netherfield, Nottingham, serving the local community with essential pharmaceutical and healthcare services. As an independent pharmacy situated on Victoria Road, it operates as a trusted neighbourhood chemist providing prescription dispensing, over-the-counter medicines, and general health advice to residents in the Netherfield area.
The pharmacy offers a range of common services typical of high street chemists, including medication consultation, health screening advice, and support for minor ailments. Staff members are trained to assist customers with questions about medications, potential side effects, and general wellness guidance. The business plays an important role in providing accessible healthcare support in the local community, helping to reduce pressure on NHS services for minor health concerns.
Located at 89 Victoria Road, Medina Chemist is conveniently positioned for residents and visitors in Netherfield. As a community pharmacy, it demonstrates the value of local independent businesses in providing personalised pharmaceutical care and supporting the health and wellbeing of the neighbourhood it serves.
Frequently Asked Questions
Opening hours at Medina Chemist in Nottingham vary — most pharmacies are open Monday to Saturday, with some offering Sunday and bank holiday hours. Contact 01159 875760 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 Medina Chemist 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, Medina Chemist 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 Medina Chemist. 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 Medina Chemist about setting up a nominated representative.
Yes, Medina Chemist 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 01159 875760 to arrange. If your blood pressure is raised, the pharmacist will advise on next steps and may refer you to your GP.
Medina Chemist may offer COVID-19 vaccinations and booster doses as part of the NHS vaccination programme. Eligibility depends on current NHS guidance. Check the NHS website or call 01159 875760 to find out if COVID-19 vaccinations are currently available at this pharmacy and whether you are eligible.
Medina Chemist aims to be accessible to all customers. Contact 01159 875760 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.
Medina Chemist may offer a free prescription delivery service for patients who are housebound, elderly, or have difficulty visiting the pharmacy. Contact 01159 875760 to check availability and arrange delivery to your home in the Nottingham area. Some pharmacies use delivery apps or partner with delivery services for same-day delivery.
Yes, Medina Chemist 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.
Yes, you can return unwanted, expired, or unused medicines to Medina Chemist for safe disposal. Do not flush medicines down the toilet or throw them in household waste as they can harm the environment. Simply bring them to the pharmacy and hand them to a member of staff. This includes tablets, liquids, creams, inhalers, and needles/sharps (in a sharps bin).
You may be entitled to free NHS prescriptions if you are aged 60 or over, under 16 (or under 19 in full-time education), pregnant or have had a baby in the last 12 months, have certain medical conditions (diabetes, epilepsy, cancer, etc.), receiving certain benefits (Universal Credit with no earnings, Income Support, etc.), a war pensioner, or hold an HC2 certificate. If you pay for prescriptions, a Prescription Prepayment Certificate (PPC) can save money — currently about £30 for 3 months or £108 for 12 months, covering unlimited prescriptions.
If Medina Chemist 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.
Pharmacy First is an NHS service that allows pharmacists at Medina Chemist to assess and treat seven common conditions without a GP appointment: sinusitis, sore throat, earache, infected insect bites, impetigo, shingles, and uncomplicated UTIs in women. The pharmacist can supply NHS medicines for these conditions free of charge if you are exempt from prescription charges. This saves you waiting for a GP appointment.
Yes, Medina Chemist 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.