Services

Now available in our pharmacy, the new Common Conditions Service makes it faster and easier for you and your family to get safe, evidence‑based treatment for everyday health problems instead of waiting for a GP appointment. Conditions our pharmacists can help with: Our trained prescribing pharmacists can assess symptoms and, where appropriate, provide a prescription for:

• Conjunctivitis (eye infection)
• Impetigo (bacterial skin infection)
• Oral thrush
• Cold sores
• Allergic rhinitis and allergic conjunctivitis (hay fever–type symptoms)
• Uncomplicated lower urinary tract infection (cystitis) in non‑pregnant women aged 16–64
• Vulvovaginal thrush in females aged 16–60
• Shingles (herpes zoster) in adults, within defined time windows from rash onset.

This service is offered to help you gain more convenient access to a prescriber for certain common conditions and is being rolled out nationally to help reduce the demand for GP services. Standard medication costs will apply. Prescribed medicines for common conditions services are included in the various government support schemes such as Drug Payment, Medical Card and Long Term Illness schemes.

Emergency Hormonal Contraception also known as the "morning after pill", is a tablet that you take after unprotected sex to prevent pregnancy. It can also be used if regular contraception has failed or you are worried that your regular contraception may not have been used or taken correctly. If you think you may need emergency contraception it is always important to act quickly and consult your pharmacist for advice. It is important to note that it is most effective when taken as close as possible to the event.

The morning after pill is available to you directly from your local pharmacy, without a prescription for those over 17 years of age, subject to meeting certain criteria.

The emergency contraception service is available free of charge to medical card holders when a valid card is presented and to persons aged 17-35 with a PPS number. For other customers, a fee will be charged, depending on the outcome of the consultation and the type of emergency contraception supplied

Emergency Hormonal Contraception may not be suitable if:

• Too much time has passed since the unprotected sex for the medicine to be effective (max time is 120 hours)
• You may be taking other medications or have certain medical conditions that make it unsafe for you to use emergency contraception
• Allergies to any of the ingredients in the medication
• You have already taken an emergency contraceptive pill within this cycle.
• Your last period was irregular in some way

Our pharmacists will determine if the morning after pill is suitable for you. If for any reason the pill is not suitable, there may be further options available. Our pharmacists are trained to be able to direct you to the correct source for help or support.

Morning after pills are not 100% effective. This is because there is a chance that you may have already ovulated when you take an emergency contraceptive pill. Taking emergency contraceptive pills as soon as possible after unprotected sex gives the best chance of success.

It should be noted that the morning after pill cannot protect against a sexually transmitted infection. Talk to your pharmacist or doctor if you have any questions about STI’s or visit www.thinkcontraception.ie for more information.

Our pharmacy team provide expert healthcare and medication advice to you and all your family members. We also have a private consultation room for any discreet matters or showcase symptoms that you don’t want to share in the retail store.

Menopause and perimenopause can bring significant changes — hot flushes, night sweats, mood changes, disrupted sleep, and more. Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) is one of the most effective treatments available to relieve these symptoms and improve quality of life. Since June 2025, HRT is now available free of charge in Ireland for eligible women, through a state-funded scheme. If you have been prescribed HRT by your GP, you can collect your medication directly from us. What is HRT? HRT works by replacing hormones — primarily oestrogen — that naturally decline during menopause. It is available in a range of forms to suit different needs and preferences, including tablets, patches, gels, sprays, and vaginal treatments. HRT is not suitable for everyone, and your GP will advise on whether it is appropriate for you based on your medical history. Is it free? HRT is available free of charge if you meet the following criteria: • You hold a valid Medical Card, or • You are registered with the Drugs Payment Scheme (DPS) The DPS card is available to all residents living in Ireland — it is not means-tested and covers the full cost of your HRT medication and pharmacy dispensing fees. If you are not already registered, you can apply using your name, date of birth, PPS number, and address. Please note: the scheme covers the cost of HRT medication at the pharmacy, but does not cover GP consultations or diagnostic appointments. How it works 1. Speak to your GP about your symptoms and obtain a prescription 2. Ensure you have a Medical Card or DPS card — our team at Pharmacy O’Regans can advise if you need to apply 3. Bring your prescription to us 4. Collect your HRT medication — free of charge What to expect at the pharmacy We are happy to answer any questions you have about your HRT, including how to use your medication, what to expect, and any potential side effects. If you have concerns about whether HRT is right for you, we would encourage you to speak to your GP in the first instance. All consultations are private and confidential. If you have any questions about the scheme or your eligibility, please do not hesitate to speak with one of our team.

Nutrients are substances that are essential for good health - promoting energy, providing building blocks to form body structures, and helping to regulate body functions.

Protein, carbohydrate, and fat are classified as macronutrients providing energy to fuel the body plus protein is broken down into amino acids to repair and grow new muscle fibres.

Minerals and vitamins are classified as micronutrients and play a key role in the body\'s structures and functions.

The Irish government and the HSE publish detailed nutritional guidelines comprising a few key points:

• Eat more vegetables, salad, and fruit - Up to seven servings a day.
• Limit your intake of high fat, sugar, salt (HFSS) food and drinks.
• Reduce portion sizes and use the food pyramid as a guide.
• Increase your physical activity.

For many people, following a balanced and healthy diet coupled with exercise, will provide all the nutritional needs of your body.

However, nutritional needs vary with age, activity, and medication - particularly the long-term use of medications.

With age the lean body mass naturally reduces and there is an increase in body fat. This generally results in reduced mobility and subsequent risk of osteoporosis and falls.

It also reduces the metabolic rate causing the body\'s energy requirements to fall which may in turn may lessen your appetite. The reduced intake of foods may also decrease your micronutrient intake (for example vitamins).

Certain medications are well known for causing side effects such as nausea or drowsiness affecting nutritional intake, but sometimes a lesser known side effect happens without giving you any warning: nutrient deficiency.

Most medications for a short amount of time will not lead to nutrient deficiency.

But long-term use can be different - reducing the absorption of certain vitamins or depleting minerals in the body or even inhibiting the production of important enzymes.

Even commonly used medications like some statins, PPIs (for acid reflux) and diuretics (lower blood pressure) etc taken for long periods can lead to nutrient deficiency.

If you feel any of the above apply to you, we can complete a review of your medications and diet to provide guidance on what nutritional supplements would benefit you.

The Flatley’s pharmacy team are experts in ostomy appliances and stoma care. Our pharmacy team is always on hand to provide professional, discreet advice on how to use your appliance and answer any questions you may have about hygiene, poorly fitting appliances, sizes and general stoma care. At Flatley’s Pharmacy, we stock a wide range of Bard, Simpla, Coloplast and Hollister ostomy appliances and can order other products with quick delivery when needed.

Using our instant digital photo equipment, we can offer the following professional photo services.

• Passport Photos (Standard & Online)
• Driving License Photos
• PSV License Photos
• American Passports and Other Nationalities
• Taxi License Photo
• Passport Photos for toddlers (2yrs plus) & children
• Garda ID Photos

Taxi License Photos
We print passport-style photographs, each measuring 10cm by 7cm as per taxi driver license requirements, showing your head and shoulders and complying with standards for passport photographs.

Passport Photos (Standard & Online)
We print and check that developed photos meet all requirements of the Irish Passport Office, both for print and online versions.

The delivery of patient care and pharmacy services to patients residing in residential care and nursing homes is a primary patient safety and professional practice issue. As pharmacists, we play an ongoing role in the healthcare team caring for nursing home and residential care patients, particularly in ensuring safe and appropriate supply and management of medicines.

Our SOPs set out the requirements involved in the sale and supply of medicines to patients who are living in residential care settings/nursing homes. Our SOPs adhere to the PSI guidelines which outline several interactions between pharmacies and nursing home / care facilities relating to the importance of prescriptions, mandatory review of prescribed medicines, patient counselling the appropriate delivery of medicines.

Our pharmacists are also available to participate in an interdisciplinary review of each patient on long-term medication. HIQA recommends this is complete at least every three months.

Viagra Connect offers a convenient and accessible option for men with ED, providing an effective treatment that does not require a prescription in certain regions. It works by enhancing blood flow to the penis, helping to achieve and maintain an erection. However, it is essential to use it responsibly, be aware of potential side effects, and consult with a healthcare professional if there are any health concerns or questions about its use. Viagra Connect contains 50mg of the active ingredient sildenafil. Sildenafil relaxes blood vessels to help increase blood flow to the penis helping a man get and maintain an erection. It will not give you an instant erection, requires sexual arousal and can take between 30 minutes to an hour to work. Viagra Connect is not suitable for men under 18, those who do not have erectile dysfunction, men with specific health issues, men taking certain medications, or women. Viagra Connect is for men aged 18 or over who have erectile dysfunction symptoms. It’s for men who are fit enough to have sex, but unable to get or maintain an erection hard enough for sexual intercourse. During your consultation, we will check if Viagra Connect is suitable by asking you a few questions related to your health and any medication you may be taking.