HSE-Funded Healthcare Service

Common Conditions Service

Get treated for 8 common conditions at your local pharmacy — no GP appointment needed. Free for medical card holders.

Two Platforms, One Service

The Common Conditions Service connects patients with pharmacies through two purpose-built platforms.

BookCCS.ie

For Patients

The patient portal where you can find nearby pharmacies, book appointments, complete pre-screening questionnaires, and manage your CCS consultations online.

  • Find pharmacies near you with CCS availability
  • Book appointments and complete pre-screening online
  • Pay securely online (free for GMS patients)
  • Track your booking and message the pharmacy
Go to BookCCS.ie

CCSApp.ie

For Pharmacies

The pharmacy management platform for managing CCS consultations, receiving bookings, reviewing pre-screening data, processing payments, and generating prescriptions.

  • Receive online bookings and pre-screening data
  • Clinical decision support with HSE protocols
  • Digital consultation records and prescriptions
  • Integrated payments and GMS claims
Register Your Pharmacy

8 Conditions Covered

Pharmacists can treat these common conditions under the HSE scheme, providing quick access to treatment without a GP visit.

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Allergic Rhinitis

Hay fever and seasonal allergies

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Cold Sores

Herpes simplex virus blisters

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Uncomplicated UTI

Urinary tract infections (women 16-64)

Shingles

Herpes zoster reactivation

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Conjunctivitis

Bacterial/viral eye infection

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Thrush (Vaginal)

Vaginal yeast infection

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Impetigo

Bacterial skin infection

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Oral Thrush

Mouth yeast infection

For Patients

Quick, Convenient Healthcare at Your Local Pharmacy

The Common Conditions Service means you can get treatment for minor illnesses at your pharmacy — no need to wait for a GP appointment. For medical card holders, it's completely free.

Same-Day Treatment

No GP appointment needed. Walk in or book ahead for treatment today.

Free for GMS

Medical card and GP visit card holders receive treatment at no cost.

Local & Convenient

Over 1,900 pharmacies in Ireland, open longer hours than GP surgeries.

Professional Care

Trained pharmacists follow HSE clinical protocols for safe treatment.

Book Online

Pre-screen and book appointments through BookCCS.ie - save time at the pharmacy.

Affordable

Only €25 for private patients - much less than a GP visit.

Find a Pharmacy Near You

How It Works for Patients

1

Find a pharmacy

Search on BookCCS.ie or visit any participating pharmacy

2

Complete pre-screening

Answer questions about your symptoms online or in-store

3

Get assessed

The pharmacist will check you're eligible for CCS treatment

4

Receive treatment

Get your medication and advice right away

Why Pharmacies Choose CCSApp

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Online booking portal brings patients directly to you

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Pre-screening data arrives before the patient does

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Integrated card payments and GMS claim processing

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Digital prescriptions with clinical decision support

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Dashboard with analytics and patient management

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GDPR-compliant secure storage of records

Starting from just

€49/month

For Pharmacies

Grow Your CCS Practice with Powerful Tools

CCSApp.ie gives you everything you need to offer the Common Conditions Service efficiently — from online bookings and pre-screening to clinical support and payment processing.

Grow Your Practice

Attract new patients seeking CCS treatment. Build loyalty with convenient care.

Online Booking

Patients book appointments and complete pre-screening before arrival.

Pre-Screening Data

Receive patient symptoms and eligibility info before consultation.

Integrated Payments

Accept card payments and GMS claims through one system.

8
Conditions Treated
1,900+
Pharmacies in Ireland
Free
For GMS Patients
€25
Private Consultation

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Common Conditions Service?

The CCS is an HSE-funded scheme that allows pharmacists to assess and treat 8 common conditions directly, without needing a GP referral. This makes it quicker and more convenient for patients to get treatment for minor ailments.

Is it really free for medical card holders?

Yes! If you have a medical card (GMS) or a GP visit card, you can access the Common Conditions Service at no cost. The HSE covers the consultation and any prescribed medication.

Do I need to make an appointment?

No appointment is strictly necessary - you can walk into any participating pharmacy. However, booking through BookCCS.ie and completing pre-screening online can save time and help the pharmacist prepare for your visit.

How do pharmacies benefit from CCSApp?

CCSApp provides online booking, pre-screening data, clinical decision support, digital prescriptions, and integrated payments - everything needed to run an efficient CCS practice and attract more patients.

For Patients

Find a pharmacy, book an appointment, and complete pre-screening online.

Go to BookCCS.ie

For Pharmacies

Register your pharmacy and start receiving online bookings and pre-screening data.

Register on CCSApp.ie