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Email webteam@cps.scotNHS Pharmacy First Approved List Updated October 2026
Updates to the NHS Pharmacy First Scotland Approved List from October 2026, including new formulary entries and eczema products.
NHS Pharmacy First Approved List Updated September 2026
Changes to the NHS Pharmacy First Scotland Approved List from 1 September 2026, including product removals and dressing updates.
Updates for all Community Pharmacy Independent Prescribers (CPIP) and Trainees
Latest update for Community Pharmacy Independent Prescribers and trainees, including training pathways, next steps and upcoming support.
NHS Pharmacy First (Scotland) Service - Supporting Information
Find patient information resources, Approved List and guidance for the NHS Pharmacy First Scotland service.
NHS Pharmacy First Approved List Update – 1st June 2026
Update to the NHS Pharmacy First Scotland Approved List from 1 June 2026, including changes for oral thrush and allergy treatments.
NHS Pharmacy First Approved List Update – 1st April 2026
Summary of the 1st April 2026 updates to the NHS Pharmacy First Scotland Approved List, including changes to oral thrush, allergy/itch and previous cough removals.
PCA(P)(2026)05 - New PGD for Treating Oral Candidiasis in Pharmacy First
A new national PGD for oral candidiasis is being added to NHS Pharmacy First Scotland. Guidance for Health Boards and community pharmacy teams.
PCA(P)(2026)04 - New Patient Group Direction for Skin Inflammation
Scottish Government circular announcing a new Patient Group Direction for skin inflammation within NHS Pharmacy First Scotland.
Pharmacy First Rejected Items
Understand the top 25 Pharmacy First rejected items, why claims fail, and how to ensure compliance with NHS Scotland requirements.
