What does the treatment involve and how does it work?
This is a gluteal injection(muscle at the top of your buttock) of a long acting steroid medicine. The treatment aims to relieve symptoms for three months. Whilst this treatment is not for everyone, it is popular with people with severe symptoms and where other treatments have not worked. Many of our patients return for repeat treatments. The cost of the treatment is £55 per dose.
Is there anyone who cannot have this injection?
When you book your appointment we will ask you questions about your general health to check that this treatment is suitable for you. This treatment is not suitable if you are:
- Under 18
- Undergoing chemotherapy or immunotherapy
- Are taking steroids
- Have osteoporosis
Where can I get this injection?
This is a prescription only medicine, Rob McDonald, one of our prescribing pharmacists with additional qualifications and training, offers this service from our Breaston pharmacy. This pharmacy is located a few minutes from junction 25 of the M1. Click on our Breaston Pharmacy page for location details and to book your appointment.
What other hay fever treatments could I use?
All of our pharmacies stock a range of hay fever medicines. Treatment options include eye drops, steroid nose sprays and antihistamine tablets. If you have severe symptoms we recommend using all three in combination on a regular basis. We are currently offering all three products for £10. Please call into your nearest Evans Pharmacy for advice that is tailored to you.
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