Lumley Pharmacy

01/05/2026

🤧 Blocked nose from a cold or allergies? Nasal decongestant sprays and drops containing xylometazoline or oxymetazoline should now be used for no more than 5 days.

Using them for longer can cause rebound congestion, where your nose becomes blocked again and symptoms may worsen.

These products remain safe and effective when used as directed, and there are no quality concerns or recalls.

If your symptoms have not improved after 5 days, speak to a pharmacist, GP or other healthcare professional.

Suspected side effects can be reported through the Yellow Card scheme https://brnw.ch/21x24QV

To read the full guidance, visit https://www.gov.uk/drug-safety-update/nasal-decongestant-sprays-and-drops-containing-xylometazoline-hydrochloride-slash-oxymetazoline-hydrochloride-increased-risk-of-rebound-congestion-rhinitis-medicamentosa-and-tachyphylaxis-with-overuse?cachebust=1777554106

28/04/2026

A reminder that our opening times from next week will be
8.30am - 5.30pm
Monday to Friday
(Closed bank holiday Monday)

23/04/2026

Available now at Lumley pharmacy, pre bookable appointments via the nhs app, walk-in appointments or call 📞 0191 388 8547 if you need help

If you are over 75 or immunosuppressed, the COVID-19 spring booster can protect you from getting seriously ill💚

Like all medicines, vaccines can cause side effects such as:
• feeling sore where you had the injection
• achy, like you have flu
• tired
• headache

Most side effects are mild, only last a day or two and not everyone gets them.

Speak to your GP or pharmacist or search 🔎 ‘NHS COVID-19 vaccine’ for more details.

22/04/2026

Appointments available- book online or call 0191 3888547

18/04/2026

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FROM TUESDAY THE 5th MAY OUR NEW OPENING HOURS WILL BE 8.30am to 5.30pm
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18/04/2026

🔴CUSTOMER NOTICE🔴
The next bank holiday is fast approaching.
We will be closed Monday 4 May.
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08/04/2026

Service available from next week- appointments available online.
You can also book via phone 📞 0191 388 8547

You can now book your spring COVID-19 vaccine online or via the NHS App if you are aged 75 or over, have a weakened immune system or live in a care home for older adults.

Find out more and book at https://www.nhs.uk/nhs-services/vaccination-and-booking-services/book-covid-19-vaccination/