Muirend Pharmacy

UTI assessment in Muirend,
free on the NHS.

If you have symptoms of an uncomplicated urinary tract infection, our prescribing pharmacist at Muirend Pharmacy can assess you and provide treatment where clinically appropriate — without a GP appointment.

Cost

Free NHS service

Eligibility

Women 16+

Duration

15 minutes

NHS consultation room at Muirend Pharmacy, Glasgow Southside
01

Who this is for

This service is available for women aged 16 and over who have symptoms of an uncomplicated lower urinary tract infection. Eligibility is confirmed at assessment.

Common symptoms

  • ·A burning or stinging sensation when urinating
  • ·Needing to urinate more often than usual
  • ·A sudden strong urge to urinate
  • ·Urine that appears cloudy or has an unusual smell
  • ·Discomfort or pressure in the lower abdomen

This service is not suitable if you

  • ·Are male
  • ·Are under 16
  • ·Are pregnant
  • ·Have a fever or loin pain (kidney area)
  • ·Have had symptoms for more than 7 days
  • ·Have had three or more UTIs in the past year
  • ·Are catheterised or have a urinary stent

If you don't meet the eligibility criteria, we'll help you access the right care quickly.

02

What happens at your appointment

01

Book

Book online or call us. A short health check questionnaire will be sent to you to complete before your visit.

02

Arrive

Come to 521–523 Clarkston Road at your appointment time. A private consultation room is available.

03

Assessment

Our prescribing pharmacist reviews your symptoms and health history and may carry out a dipstick urine test.

04

Next steps

Treatment is provided where clinically appropriate. If further investigation is needed, we refer you to your GP.

When to seek urgent care

Go to your GP today, or call NHS 24 on 111, if you develop a high fever, shaking or chills, pain in your back or sides (loin area), or feel very unwell — these may suggest a kidney infection requiring urgent treatment.

Call 999 or go to A&E if you are severely unwell, have blood in your urine with no other explanation, or experience confusion or difficulty breathing.

Clinically reviewed by

James McKeever

Superintendent Pharmacist · GPhC reg. 1042294

Last reviewed: 17 June 2026