BELLE ISLE Pharmacy

BELLE ISLE Pharmacy Family owned Pharmacy offering a free collection and delivery service to all patients.

We can also supply compliance aid (dossette) trays to any patient who may require it. Also Free minor ailments service,headlice, and emergency contraception service,

25/08/2026

🦟 BITTEN? STUNG? ITCHY, RED OR SWOLLEN? 🐜

Insect bites and stings are common, especially during the warmer months and while travelling. Most are mild and improve within a few days but that doesn’t mean you have to put up with the itching and irritation!

Belle Isle Pharmacy can help.

Come and speak to our friendly pharmacy team if you have:

🔸 Itching or irritation
🔸 Redness or mild swelling
🔸 Pain or tenderness around a bite or sting
🔸 A rash following an insect bite
🔸 A bite that just doesn’t seem to be settling
🔸 Concerns about whether it could be infected

We can assess your symptoms and advise on the most appropriate treatment, which may include antihistamines, creams or other suitable pharmacy treatments.

⚠️ Seek urgent medical help if you develop difficulty breathing, swelling of the lips, mouth, tongue or throat, severe dizziness, or other signs of a serious allergic reaction.

If a bite becomes increasingly hot, painful, swollen, starts producing pus, or you feel generally unwell, don’t ignore it — come and speak to us or seek medical advice.

🌿 Whether you’ve been bitten in the garden, on a summer walk or while travelling, Belle Isle Pharmacy is here to help you get the right advice and treatment.

📍Middleton Road, Leeds

23/08/2026

💊 ACCIDENTAL OVERDOSE: CHECK BEFORE YOU TAKE

Did you know it can be surprisingly easy to accidentally take too much of a medicine …. especially when several products contain the same active ingredient?

Paracetamol is a common example. It can be found in many different products, including:

💊 Cold & flu remedies
💊 Cough and pain-relief medicines
💊 Headache and migraine products
💊 Prescription painkillers containing paracetamol

You may not realise you’re taking paracetamol from more than one source at the same time.

🌿 And don’t forget herbal and complementary remedies. These can also interact with medicines, so “natural” doesn’t automatically mean they’re safe to combine with everything else you’re taking.

Before combining medicines or supplements, check the ingredients and follow the recommended dose.

☎️ Not sure what you can take together? Give Belle Isle Pharmacy a call or pop in and speak to our pharmacy team. We’re here to help you use your medicines safely.

⚠️ If you think you or someone else may have taken more than the recommended dose of a medicine, seek medical advice promptly even if they feel well.

18/08/2026

🩺 WORRIED ABOUT MENINGITIS? SPEAK TO OUR PHARMACY TEAM

Meningitis can be a serious illness and may develop quickly, so understanding the signs and knowing what protection may be appropriate is important.

At Belle Isle Pharmacy, our team can provide a private consultation about meningitis protection, including discussing vaccination options that may be suitable for you or your family.

During your consultation, suitability and the appropriate options can be discussed individually with you.

📍Middleton Road, Leeds
👩‍⚕️ Private pharmacy consultation
📞 Contact our team for further information or to arrange a consultation

Remember, vaccination does not protect against every cause of meningitis.

If someone becomes seriously unwell and meningitis or septicaemia is suspected, seek urgent medical attention. Do not wait for a rash to appear.

14/08/2026

🦟✈️ MOSQUITOES DON’T TAKE HOLIDAYS… AND NEITHER SHOULD YOUR TRAVEL HEALTH PREP!

Heading somewhere hot this summer? ☀️🌴 Before you pack the sun cream and swimwear, make sure mosquito protection and travel vaccinations are on your checklist too.

Mosquitoes in some destinations can transmit illnesses such as malaria, dengue, yellow fever and chikungunya — so knowing the risks for your destination is important.

At Belle Isle Pharmacy Travel Clinic, we can help you prepare for your trip with:

💉 Travel vaccinations
🦟 Malaria prevention advice & medication where appropriate
🌍 Destination-specific travel health advice
💊 Advice on medicines and travel essentials
🧳 Guidance on staying protected while you’re away

TOP TIP: Repellent, covering exposed skin and using mosquito nets where appropriate can all help reduce your risk of bites.

Don’t leave your travel health until you’re packing your suitcase! ✈️

📍 Belle Isle Pharmacy, Leeds
📞 0113 270 9596

Pop in and speak to our team about your destination and what protection you may need.

10/08/2026

🚨 BEFORE YOU CALL YOUR GP… HAVE YOU TRIED PHARMACY FIRST? 💊

If you’re experiencing any of these common symptoms, you may not need a GP appointment.

Your local pharmacy can now assess and treat a range of common conditions through Pharmacy First, often without an appointment! 👩‍⚕️💙

Pharmacy First can help with conditions including:

🔹 Sore throats
🔹 Earache in children
🔹 Sinusitis
🔹 Infected insect bites
🔹 Impetigo
🔹 Shingles
🔹 Uncomplicated urinary tract infections in women

So before reaching for the phone to call your GP, think Pharmacy First! 📲➡️💊

At Belle Isle Pharmacy, our friendly team can assess your symptoms, provide advice and, where appropriate, supply treatment.

📍 Pop in and speak to our pharmacy team today.

02/08/2026

☀️ Sunburn isn’t just painful… it’s skin damage. ☀️

A day in the sun can leave you red, sore and uncomfortable, but repeated sunburn also increases your risk of skin cancer and premature ageing.

If you’ve caught a little too much sun:
🌿 Cool your skin with a cool (not icy) shower or damp cloth.
💧 Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water.
🧴 Apply a soothing after-sun or aloe vera gel.
🚫 Avoid popping any blisters if they develop.
☀️ Keep the affected area out of the sun until it has healed.

Need advice? Pop into Belle Isle Pharmacy. Our friendly team can recommend products to soothe your skin and help you stay protected for the rest of the summer.

🕶️ Remember:
✔️ Apply SPF 30+ (or SPF 50 for extra protection)
✔️ Reapply every 2 hours and after swimming
✔️ Wear a hat, sunglasses and seek shade during the hottest part of the day

Your skin remembers every sunburn—protect it today for a healthier tomorrow. 💛

SummerHealth PharmacyAdvice StaySafeInTheSun

30/07/2026

💧 Ladies… don’t ignore the signs of a urinary tract infection (UTI). 💧

That burning sensation, needing to rush to the toilet, or feeling like you need to go constantly can be signs of a urinary tract infection.

✨ One of the simplest ways to help reduce your risk is by drinking plenty of water. Staying hydrated helps flush bacteria from your urinary tract and supports your body’s natural defences.

If you think you may have a UTI, don’t suffer in silence. At Belle Isle Pharmacy, we can assess your symptoms and, where appropriate under the Pharmacy First service, provide treatment without you needing to wait for a GP appointment.

🚶‍♀️ Pop into the pharmacy and speak to our friendly team in confidence. We’re here to help you get back to feeling your best.

📍 Belle Isle Pharmacy, Middleton Road, Leeds

StayHydrated

23/07/2026

I’m worried I’ll just put all the weight back on…”

It’s one of the most common things we hear from patients considering weight loss treatment.

And it’s a valid concern.

Weight loss medication can be an incredibly effective tool, but lasting success isn’t just about the medication itself. It’s about creating healthy habits that you can maintain long after your journey is complete.

That’s why our programme at Belle Isle Pharmacy is different.

✅ Personalised support tailored to you
🥗 Practical nutrition guidance
🚶 Lifestyle and activity advice
💬 Regular check-ins and ongoing encouragement
💊 Safe prescribing and pharmacist-led care

We don’t believe in quick fixes. We believe in helping you build sustainable habits so you can achieve your goals with confidence and give yourself the best chance of maintaining your results.

If you’ve been putting off starting because you’re worried about regaining the weight, come and have a chat with us. We’re here to support you every step of the way.

📍 Middleton Road, Leeds
📞 Call us today to book your confidential consultation and start your journey with expert support.

15/07/2026

CHICKEN POX & SHINGLES! BOOK YOURS TODAY!

✨ Did you know?
Chickenpox isn’t “just a childhood illness” — it can cause serious complications, and the virus stays in your body for life. Later, it may reappear as shingles 🦠🔥.

💉 The chickenpox (varicella) vaccine protects against:
✅ Painful rashes & fever
✅ Hospital visits from complications
✅ Future risk of shingles

👶 Recommended for children
🧑‍🦱 Available for adults who never had chickenpox

📍 Middleton Road, Leeds

PharmacistApproved

12/07/2026

💊 Why isn’t your medication working?

Before you assume your medicine isn’t helping, it might be worth asking why.

Here are a few common reasons:

⏰ Timing matters
Some medicines work best at a particular time of day. For example, certain statins are often more effective when taken in the evening because your body produces more cholesterol overnight.

🕒 It hasn’t had enough time
Many medications don’t work instantly. Some can take days or even weeks before you notice the full benefit.

🍊 Food and drink can make a difference
Certain foods, drinks or supplements can affect how well your medicine is absorbed. In some cases, medicines should be taken with food, while others work better on an empty stomach.

💊 Missing doses
Even occasionally forgetting your medication can reduce how well it works.

🤝 Medicine interactions
Over-the-counter medicines, vitamins and herbal supplements can sometimes interfere with your prescribed medication.

🚫 Don’t stop taking your medication without advice. If you feel it isn’t working, speak to your pharmacist first. We can review your medicines, check for interactions, explain the best way to take them and, if needed, refer you back to your GP.

📍Pop into the pharmacy for friendly, expert advice—no appointment needed.

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219 Middleton Road
Leeds
LS103HU

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 6pm
Tuesday 9am - 6pm
Wednesday 9am - 6pm
Thursday 9am - 6pm
Friday 9am - 6pm
Saturday 9am - 1pm

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