Chemists in Manchester
Find local pharmacies and chemists across the city
Pharmacies & Chemists in Manchester
Manchester, the vibrant heart of Greater Manchester with a population of over 550,000, is served by approximately 150 community pharmacies across the city. From the Northern Quarter to Didsbury and Chorlton, Manchester pharmacies provide comprehensive NHS services including prescription collection, NHS Pharmacy First minor ailment treatment, sexual health services, flu vaccinations, and health screenings. The city center has excellent pharmacy provision with many offering extended hours until 8pm or 9pm, and some supermarket pharmacies open until midnight to serve the city's student population and night-time economy workers.
Local Healthcare Services
Manchester's healthcare system is part of NHS Greater Manchester Integrated Care Partnership, serving a young, diverse, and rapidly growing population. Community pharmacies are essential in managing the health needs of Manchester's large student community (over 100,000 students), homeless population, and areas of deprivation. Manchester Royal Infirmary, Wythenshawe Hospital, and North Manchester General Hospital provide emergency care, but pharmacies handle much primary care through NHS Pharmacy First, New Medicine Service, flu vaccination programmes, and sexual health services including free emergency contraception and chlamydia screening.
Emergency & Out-of-Hours Services
For urgent healthcare needs, Manchester residents should call NHS 111 (free, 24/7) for advice and pharmacy locations. Major emergency departments are at Manchester Royal Infirmary (city center), Wythenshawe Hospital (south Manchester), and North Manchester General Hospital. For prescription emergencies, the city center has several late-night pharmacies near Piccadilly Station and Market Street. Large Asda and Tesco pharmacies in Eastlands, Cheetham Hill, and Hulme offer extended hours. On Sundays, many pharmacies in student areas like Fallowfield and Rusholme maintain regular hours. Emergency prescription supplies are available from most pharmacies if you've run out of essential medication - bring your empty packaging as proof.
Getting to Pharmacies in Manchester
Manchester's excellent public transport network makes pharmacy access easy. The Metrolink tram system connects the city center to suburbs, with trams to Altrincham, Bury, Rochdale, and Ashton-under-Lyne - most tram stops have pharmacies nearby. Frequent bus services from Piccadilly Gardens reach all areas. Oxford Road and Piccadilly train stations have pharmacies within minutes' walk. For cyclists, Manchester's expanding cycle lane network includes routes to major pharmacy locations. Parking in the city center is limited and expensive - consider using park-and-ride facilities or suburban pharmacies with free parking. Many Manchester pharmacies offer free prescription delivery, especially useful for residents in high-rise apartments and areas with limited parking.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there 24-hour pharmacies in Manchester city center?
Manchester has limited 24-hour pharmacy options. However, several city center pharmacies stay open until 9-10pm on weekdays, particularly near Piccadilly and Market Street. Some large Asda pharmacies (like Eastlands) offer extended hours. For genuine 24-hour service, you may need to travel to nearby Salford or check current availability with NHS 111.
Can students get free prescriptions in Manchester?
Students are not automatically exempt from prescription charges. However, students on income-related benefits (Universal Credit, Income Support) or with certain medical conditions (diabetes, epilepsy, permanent fistula) qualify for free prescriptions. If you pay for 4+ items in 3 months, a Prescription Prepayment Certificate (£32.05 for 3 months) saves money.
Which Manchester pharmacies are open late for students?
Pharmacies in student areas like Fallowfield, Withington, and Rusholme often have extended hours until 8-9pm to serve student needs. The city center near Oxford Road has several late-opening options. Supermarket pharmacies in Asda and Tesco near student accommodations typically stay open until 10pm or midnight. Always check current hours as they can change during university holidays.
Do Manchester pharmacies offer sexual health services?
Yes, Manchester pharmacies provide comprehensive sexual health services including free emergency contraception (morning-after pill) for all ages, free chlamydia testing and treatment, condom distribution schemes, and pregnancy testing. Many pharmacies near universities and colleges specialize in confidential sexual health services for young people. No appointment is needed.
Can I get prescriptions delivered in Manchester?
Yes, most Manchester pharmacies offer prescription delivery, often free for elderly, disabled, or housebound patients. Many charge £2-5 for general delivery within Manchester. Some pharmacies offer same-day delivery if your prescription is ready early enough. Online pharmacies like Echo provide free postal delivery to all Manchester addresses.
Are there pharmacies near Manchester Piccadilly and Victoria stations?
Yes, both major stations have pharmacies very close by. Piccadilly has pharmacies on nearby Piccadilly Gardens and Portland Street. Victoria Station has pharmacies on nearby Cheetham Hill Road. Both areas have multiple options within 5 minutes' walk, convenient for commuters and visitors needing urgent medication.
Do Manchester pharmacies provide methadone supervision services?
Yes, many Manchester pharmacies provide supervised consumption of methadone and buprenorphine as part of drug rehabilitation services coordinated by Greater Manchester Mental Health NHS Foundation Trust. These services are confidential and free. Your drug support worker will arrange a suitable pharmacy close to your home.
Can I use my Manchester pharmacy prescription in Salford or other areas?
If you have a paper prescription, you can take it to any pharmacy in England. For electronic prescriptions, they go to your "nominated pharmacy" - you can change this anytime through the NHS App or by asking the new pharmacy to update your nomination. Many people living on the Manchester/Salford border use pharmacies in either area.
Everest Pharmacy - Fog Lane
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Rusholme Pharmacy
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- ✓ Mon-Fri: 9am-9pm
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S.F.Wain and Sons
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Asda Eastlands Supercentre
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- ✓ Mon-Fri: 7am-12am
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Asda Harpurhey Superstore
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- ✓ Mon-Fri: 7am-10pm
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Asda Wythenshawe Superstore
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- ✓ Mon-Fri: 7am-10pm
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Asda Longsight Superstore
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- ✓ Mon-Fri: 7am-9pm
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ASDA Pharmacy Manchester
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- ✓ Mon-Fri: 9am-9pm
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ASDA Pharmacy Manchester
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- ✓ Mon-Fri: 9am-9pm
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Barlow Pharmacy & Travel Clinic
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Audenshaw Pharmacy
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Benchill Pharmacy
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- ✓ Mon-Fri: 9am-6pm
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Boots Manchester
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- ✓ Mon-Fri: 8:30am-5:30pm
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- ✓ Sun: 11am-4pm
Sedgley Park Pharmacy - Ear Wax Removal -Weightloss Management Clinic
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Boots Pharmacy Manchester
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- ✓ Mon-Fri: 8am-8pm
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- ✓ Sun: 11:30am-5:30pm
Boots Pharmacy Manchester
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- ✓ Mon-Fri: 6am-9:30pm
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Boots Pharmacy Manchester
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- ✓ Mon-Fri: 9:30am-6pm
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Bowness Pharmacy & Health Clinic
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- ✓ Mon-Fri: 8:45am-6pm
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Bowness Pharmacy & Health Clinic
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- ✓ Mon-Fri: 8:15am-6pm
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C & T Pharmacy
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- ✓ Mon-Fri: 9am-5:30pm
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Cadishead Pharmacy
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Carlow J
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Sterling Pharmacy
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Carter David
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Cohens Chemist, Atherton, Manchester
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Cohens Chemist, Cheetham Hill, Manchester
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Cohens Chemist, Clayton, Manchester
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Cohens Chemist, Collyhurst, Manchester
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- ✓ Mon-Fri: 9am-1pm,1:30-5:30pm
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Cohens Chemist, Denton, Manchester
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- ✓ Mon-Fri: 9am-1pm,2-6pm
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Cohens Chemist, Levenshulme, Manchester
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- ✓ Mon-Fri: 9am-6pm
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