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Your Trusted Local Pharmacy in Exeter
Topsham Pharmacy is a locally owned and operated independent pharmacy serving the Topsham community. Our dedicated team prioritises accessible healthcare through a range of free NHS services, including prescription collection and delivery, patient compliance packs, and blood pressure testing. We specialise in supporting patients with medication management, offering tailored advice on safe storage and disposal of medicines.During the pandemic, we have maintained essential services while implementing safety measures to protect both staff and customers. Our pharmacists provide expert guidance on minor ailments and emergency contraception, ensuring timely healthcare solutions without the need for GP appointments. We are committed to fostering trust through transparent communication and prioritising patient well-being in all our operations.
Services
Prescription Collection
Medication Delivery
Compliance Packs
Blood Pressure Testing
Medicine Disposal
Emergency Contraception
Minor Ailments Service
New Medicine Support
Highlights and features
- We offer FREE prescription collection and doorstep delivery service
- Our team provides FREE patient compliance packs for medication management
- We deliver FREE blood pressure testing with professional health advice
- Our pharmacists supply FREE NHS minor ailment treatments without GP appointments
- We ensure safe disposal of unwanted medicines with clear patient guidance
Associations and certifications
- General Pharmaceutical Council (GPhC)
Services
Prescription Collection
We collect prescriptions from all local GP surgeries at no cost. Our team ensures timely retrieval of medication requests to streamline patient access. This service eliminates the need for multiple trips to different healthcare providers.
Compliance Packs
Free monitored dosage systems help patients manage complex medication regimes. We organise medicines into daily/weekly packs for easier administration, particularly benefiting those with multiple prescriptions or carers.
Blood Pressure Testing
Our trained staff provide free blood pressure assessments with immediate feedback. We offer lifestyle advice for hypertension management and GP referrals when required, supporting cardiovascular health monitoring.
Medicine Disposal
We safely dispose of expired or unwanted medications in compliance with environmental regulations. Patients should return medicines in original packaging, clearly indicating any controlled substances for proper handling.
Emergency Contraception
Confidential emergency contraception service available within 72 hours of unprotected sex. Our pharmacists assess suitability and provide the morning after pill while maintaining patient privacy and offering usage guidance.
People
Tom Walker
Superintendent Pharmacist
Registered pharmacist with extensive experience in community pharmacy operations. Oversees pharmaceutical standards and regulatory compliance at Topsham Pharmacy.
Debbie Cox
Director/Clinical Lead
Clinical lead responsible for service development and patient care standards. Manages complaints and ensures clinical excellence across pharmacy operations.
Steve Murphy
Data Protection Officer
Ensures compliance with data protection regulations. Manages patient confidentiality protocols and digital information security across the pharmacy's systems.
Questions
What prescription services do you offer?
We provide free prescription collection from local GPs and doorstep delivery. Patients can also access monitored dosage systems to help manage medication schedules.
Can I get blood pressure checks without appointments?
Yes, our free blood pressure testing service requires no prior booking. Trained staff will assess your readings and provide health management advice during opening hours.
How should I dispose of old medicines?
Return unwanted or expired medicines to us in original packaging. We safely dispose of both prescription and over-the-counter medications, but cannot accept used needles.
Do you provide emergency contraception?
Yes, we offer confidential emergency hormonal contraception within 72 hours of unprotected sex. Our pharmacists will assess suitability and provide necessary guidance.
Can you help with minor ailments?
Our pharmacists supply free NHS treatments for common minor ailments without GP appointments. This includes advice on appropriate over-the-counter remedies and usage instructions.
Reviews (3)
Emily Snook
Dec 31, 2021
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Refused service for something I've been told to get by my doctor as apparently they think they know more than the gp.
John Keeble
Aug 19, 2021
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Very friendly staff and pharmacist's, have been visiting often for over 4 years and the customer service is exemplary and the shop is always spotlessly clean and bright and the prices are are great. Thumbs up!
Rachel Pearce
Oct 25, 2015
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If I could I would give a no star review! Delivery service for very ill patients that cannot leave there homes is shocking! 3 times I've had to travel from the other side of the city using buses to collect my grandmother's prescription, and this has just been the last 2 weeks. Was told yesterday it was out with the delivery driver, today I was told it had never gone out. I am disgusted with the chemist.