Impetigo
Crusty, contagious skin patches treated quickly to stop the spread.
Overview
Impetigo, explained.
Impetigo is a common, contagious skin infection that causes red sores which burst and form golden crusts. It's usually treated with antibacterial cream, or tablets for more widespread cases. Common signs include red sores, often around the nose and mouth, golden-brown crusts, itching.
Pharmacy FirstFree on the NHSPrice
Free on the NHS
Duration
15 min
What's included
4 items- Hydrogen peroxide or antibiotic cream
- Antibiotic tablets for widespread impetigo
- Hygiene advice to stop it spreading
- Stay off school or work until crusts have healed
Good to know
- It keeps coming back
- Your baby is under 1
- You feel unwell or have a fever
How it works
- 1
Book online or walk in
- 2
A private consultation with a pharmacist
- 3
Treatment or advice the same day
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| Service | You're viewingImpetigoCrusty, contagious skin patches treated quickly to stop the spread. |  SinusitisBlocked, painful sinuses that haven't cleared after 10 days, assessed and treated today. |  Sore throatA FeverPAIN check to see whether antibiotics will actually help. |
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| Price | Free on the NHS | Free on the NHS | Free on the NHS |
| Duration | 15 min | 15 min | 15 min |
| Best for | Ages 1+ | Ages 12+ | Ages 5+ |
| Type | NHS | NHS | NHS |
| Category | Pharmacy First | Pharmacy First | Pharmacy First |
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