Travelpharm

Travelpharm, an online pharmacy specialising in travel health

Travelpharm is a UK online pharmacy focused on travel health. Its range combines prescription medicines, such as antimalarials, with over-the-counter products for everyday conditions. The company presents itself as a supplier of travel medicines and accessories for all types of holidays, with an online consultation service and discreet home delivery.

The owning company is PCT Healthcare Limited and the registered premises operates under number 9012214. The superintendent pharmacist is Alison Crompton (GPhC: 2041014). The business operates from Unit 6, Horizon 29, Buttermilk Lane, Bolsover, Chesterfield, S44 6AE.

Malaria prevention and travel treatments

Malaria prevention is the historic core of the business: the company states it has been a supplier of antimalarial medicines for more than two decades. Alongside this line, the range includes treatments for period delay, altitude sickness and erectile dysfunction, as well as antihistamines and prescription-strength hay fever treatments.

The site organises these areas into treatments and conditions sections, with dedicated pages for each and a search tool for treatments and brands.

General medicines, vitamins and personal care

Beyond travel health, Travelpharm sells vitamins and supplements, cold and flu products, sore throat relief, children's medicines and a health and beauty range. It also offers seasonal items, such as a back-to-school essentials section and an autumn wellness section.

Featured products include Salin Plus air purifiers and Verset fragrances, described as designer-inspired scents.

Online consultation and dispensing

The purchase process for prescription medicines is handled through an online consultation questionnaire. The company states that information is stored securely and that delivery is discreet. Orders are dispatched from the UK pharmacy and delivered throughout the UK in partnership with Royal Mail and other couriers.

The company states that it only sources products licensed for use in the UK, bought directly from the manufacturer or from licensed UK wholesalers.

Corporate group and track record

Travelpharm was founded in Cornwall and is part of the PCT Healthcare Group, a group that manages more than 130 community pharmacies in the UK. The company reports a track record of more than twenty years and presents itself as a leading supplier of antimalarial medicines, as well as offering NHS prescriptions with free delivery through Peak Pharmacy.

Shipping and commercial terms

The site states free delivery on most orders over £35 and next-day delivery available. The company states it maintains a customer service team and competitive prices, and displays Trustpilot reviews. It has legal sections on delivery, returns and refunds, medicine policies, privacy, cookies and terms and conditions.

Location and contact

Unit 6, Horizon 29, Buttermilk Lane, Bolsover, Chesterfield, S44 6AE · Phone: 01246 450425