Pharmacies
Wythenshawe Pharmacy
158 HOLLYHEDGE ROAD, WYTHENSHAWE, Manchester M22 9UE
Overview
Wythenshawe Pharmacy is a community pharmacy located in the Wythenshawe area of Manchester, serving the local residential population of this southwest Manchester suburb. As an independent or chain pharmacy, it provides essential pharmaceutical services to patients in the M22 postcode area, with convenient access from Hollyhedge Road.
The pharmacy offers a range of standard services typical of community pharmacies, including dispensing prescription medications, providing advice on medicines and health conditions, and selling over-the-counter remedies and health products. The pharmacy serves patients of all ages, from children to elderly residents, and works with the NHS to ensure patients receive their prescribed treatments efficiently.
Being located in a residential neighbourhood, Wythenshawe Pharmacy provides an accessible healthcare touchpoint for locals seeking pharmaceutical support. The pharmacy team can advise on minor ailments and direct patients to appropriate services when needed. Regular opening hours make it convenient for working individuals and families requiring prescription refills or health advice.
Frequently Asked Questions
Opening hours at Wythenshawe Pharmacy in Manchester vary — most pharmacies are open Monday to Saturday, with some offering Sunday and bank holiday hours. Contact 01619 456481 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 Wythenshawe 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, Wythenshawe 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 Wythenshawe 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 Wythenshawe Pharmacy about setting up a nominated representative.
Wythenshawe Pharmacy aims to be accessible to all customers. Contact 01619 456481 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.
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.
Wythenshawe Pharmacy may offer a free prescription delivery service for patients who are housebound, elderly, or have difficulty visiting the pharmacy. Contact 01619 456481 to check availability and arrange delivery to your home in the Manchester area. Some pharmacies use delivery apps or partner with delivery services for same-day delivery.
Yes, Wythenshawe 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 Wythenshawe 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.
Yes, Wythenshawe 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.
Yes, you can return unwanted, expired, or unused medicines to Wythenshawe Pharmacy 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).
Pharmacy First is an NHS service that allows pharmacists at Wythenshawe Pharmacy 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.
Wythenshawe Pharmacy 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 01619 456481 to find out if COVID-19 vaccinations are currently available at this pharmacy and whether you are eligible.
Yes, Wythenshawe 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.