Fast, Effective Treatment for Earache & Ear Infections
If you’re experiencing earache, ear pain, blocked ears, or ear discharge, the NHS Pharmacy First Service at Blackpool Express Chemist provides quick, professional treatment without the need to see a doctor.
Our expert pharmacists can assess your symptoms and provide pain relief, ear drops, and antibiotics if required, ensuring you get the right care when you need it most.
- Suitable for children aged 1-17 with mild to moderate ear pain
- Treatment includes pain relief and antibiotic ear drops
- No GP appointment needed – fast, convenient care
- Free consultation with our pharmacists
Relieve Pain & Discomfort Without the Wait for a GP Appointment
With same-day consultations and treatment available, get fast quick and expert treatment for ear pain, ear infections, and blocked ears.
Symptoms Of An Ear Infection
Muffled or reduced hearing
Fluid or Discharge From The Ear
Ear Discomfort or Mild Pain
Fever - Particularly In Children
Itching or Irritation
Ear Infections Explained
Middle Ear Infection (Otitis Media)
- Cause: Often triggered by colds, flu, or sinus infections, leading to fluid buildup behind the eardrum.
- Symptoms: Ear pain, muffled hearing, fever, and sometimes fluid drainage.
- Pharmacy First Treatment: Pain relief, lidocaine ear drops, and in some cases, antibiotics (if necessary).
Outer Ear Infection (Otitis Externa/Swimmer’s Ear)
- Cause: Bacterial or fungal infection in the ear canal, often due to excessive moisture, irritation, or earwax buildup.
- Symptoms: Ear pain, itching, swelling, redness, and sometimes discharge.
- Pharmacy First Treatment: Pain relief, medicated ear drops, and antibiotic treatment if required.
Inner Ear Infection (Labyrinthitis or Vestibular Neuritis)
- Cause: Viral or bacterial infections affecting the inner ear, often linked to balance issues.
- Symptoms: Dizziness, nausea, vertigo, and coordination problems.
- Requires GP referral for further assessment and possible specialist care.
If you’re not sure whether your earache or infection can be treated under the Pharmacy First Service, give us a call for a quick consultation. Our expert pharmacists will assess your symptoms over the phone and guide you to the right care, whether that’s treatment at our pharmacy or a referral to a GP if needed.
