Business Details
38 Years
experience
Your Trusted Pharmacy in Leicester for All Healthcare Needs
Yakub Chemist has been a trusted pharmacy healthcare provider in the Midlands for over 30 years, renowned for its outstanding customer service and commitment to excellence. Established in 1988, our community retail pharmacy in Leicester has grown to become a vital resource for local residents, offering personalized care and a wide range of NHS and private healthcare services. Our team of highly trained professionals prioritizes continuous development to meet individual patient needs, ensuring the highest standards of safety and care. We specialize in prescription services, travel vaccinations, digital dental assessments, and tailored medication training for care homes, supported by advanced dispensing technology. Our vision is to deliver personalized healthcare experiences through both our retail pharmacy and care home services, striving to make a meaningful difference in patients' lives.With two locations in Leicester, we provide free repeat prescription delivery, dossette services, and 24/7 customer support for urgent needs. Our accreditation by the National Pharmacy Association underscores our dedication to professional excellence. We actively collaborate with care homes to manage patient records efficiently and offer specialized services like flu vaccinations, occupational health clinics, and mental health support. Our commitment to innovation is evident in our automated dispensing systems and electronic medication administration records, which enhance accuracy and reduce errors. By combining decades of experience with cutting-edge solutions, Yakub Chemist remains a leader in pharmacy care, focused on exceeding expectations through compassion, expertise, and reliability.
Services
Prescription Services
Travel Vaccinations
Vitamin B12 Injections
Digital Dental Assessments
Photography Services
NHS Flu Vaccinations
Medication Training
Care Home Services
Health Checks
Private Prescriptions
Details
- Year established: 1988
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of experience in pharmacy services.
- Our team provides personalized care tailored to individual needs.
- We offer free repeat prescription delivery for NHS prescriptions.
- Our medication training is accredited by the National Pharmacy Association.
- We provide a wide range of NHS and private healthcare services.
Associations and certifications
- National Pharmacy Association
Services
Prescription Services
We provide comprehensive prescription services including NHS and private dispensing, repeat prescriptions, and delivery. Our automated dispensing system ensures accuracy and safety through vision-check technology. Patients can nominate us at their GP for electronic prescriptions, with options for home delivery or in-store collection.
Travel Vaccinations
Our travel clinic offers vaccinations and consultations for international travel, including Yellow Fever certification. We provide personalized advice on required medications and vaccines based on destination-specific risks. Appointments are available seven days a week with free initial consultations for eligible patients.
Care Home Services
We supply and manage medication for residential and nursing homes across Leicestershire, offering tailored support including eMAR integration and staff training. Our services include prescription collection, discharge medicine management, and audits to ensure compliance and patient safety.
Digital Dental Assessments
This service provides remote dental consultations for issues like toothache, infections, and orthodontic concerns. Patients receive impartial advice on treatments and preventive care through comprehensive digital assessments, with options for emergency evaluations and treatment planning.
Photography Services
We offer professional photography for passports, visas, driving licenses, and other ID documents. Services are available without appointments during pharmacy hours, with photos printed in-store to official specifications for immediate use.
People
Liyakat Nurmahomed
Pharmacist
Liyakat Nurmahomed leads our pharmacy team with extensive experience in community pharmacy and patient care. Committed to excellence, he oversees medication safety and service quality across both retail and care home operations.
Questions
What services does Yakub Chemist offer?
We provide prescription dispensing, travel vaccinations, care home support, digital dental assessments, photography services, and NHS health checks.
Do you offer prescription delivery?
Yes, we provide free repeat prescription delivery for NHS patients in Leicester and surrounding areas.
Are travel vaccinations available on weekends?
Yes, our travel clinic offers appointments seven days a week, including evenings.
Do you provide medication training for care homes?
Yes, we offer NPA-accredited medication training tailored to care home staff requirements.
Can I get a flu vaccination privately?
Yes, we offer private flu vaccinations for those not eligible under the NHS programme.