Pharmacies in Gosport

Where to find a chemist and collect prescriptions

Gosport has a good distribution of pharmacies across the borough, ensuring that most residents have a chemist within reasonable walking or driving distance.

The High Street has branches of major pharmacy chains including Boots and Lloyds, which offer the full range of prescription services, over-the-counter medicines, and health advice. These are the busiest pharmacies in the borough, particularly for prescriptions linked to the town centre GP surgeries.

Stoke Road, Forton Road, and Elson Road each have pharmacy provision serving their respective neighbourhoods. The Alverstoke area has its own pharmacy, as does the Rowner estate. Bridgemary, in the northern part of the borough, is also served.

Most pharmacies in Gosport offer the electronic prescription service, meaning prescriptions from your GP can be sent directly to your chosen pharmacy without the need to collect a paper prescription. This is now standard practice and saves a journey.

Repeat prescription management is offered by all pharmacies, and many will contact your GP on your behalf to arrange repeat medications. Some offer a delivery service for housebound patients or those who find it difficult to collect in person.

Pharmacies in the borough also provide a range of NHS services beyond dispensing. These include flu vaccinations, blood pressure checks, emergency contraception, and the minor ailments scheme, where pharmacists can provide treatment and advice for common conditions such as coughs, colds, and minor skin problems without the need for a GP appointment.

Opening hours vary by branch. The larger High Street pharmacies typically open from nine in the morning until six in the evening on weekdays, with reduced Saturday hours. Some branches offer extended hours. Sunday opening is limited, and it is worth checking in advance if you need a pharmacy at the weekend.

For out-of-hours needs, the NHS 111 service can direct you to the nearest open pharmacy.