Bay Plaza Pharmacy

12/11/2025

🫁 World Pneumonia Day

Today, we spotlight pneumonia, a serious and often under-recognised illness that affects people of all ages around the world.

Why this matters:

🫁 Pneumonia is preventable and treatable, yet remains a leading cause of death, particularly in children under 5 and older adults.

🫁 Risk factors include weakened immunity, lung disease, smoking, air pollution, and lack of access to vaccines and treatment.

🫁 Early detection, good respiratory hygiene, vaccinations, and prompt treatment can make a life-saving difference.

How you can help:

✔️ Get up to date with your pneumococcal & flu vaccinations
✔️ Practice good respiratory hygiene — cover coughs and sneezes, wash hands often
✔️ Avoid smoking and limit exposure to air pollution
✔️ Seek help if you or someone you know has a persistent cough, fever, chest pain, or shortness of breath

📍 Visit us for advice on vaccination, respiratory support, and how to protect your lungs this season.

09/11/2025

😌 When life feels overwhelming, Calm Mind & Body helps you restore balance with a powerful blend of natural stress-supporting ingredients.

Key Ingredients:
🌿 Shoden® Ashwagandha – a potent, clinically tested form shown to support the body’s healthy stress response
🌿 L-theanine – helps calm the mind without drowsiness
🌿 Passionflower – traditionally used to soothe the nerves and ease tension

Together, they help your body unwind, your mind settle, and your energy rebalance, so you can unlock your best tomorrow.

*Always read the label and use as directed. If symptoms persist, talk to your healthcare professional.

06/11/2025

🌼 If sneezing, congestion, or a runny nose are keeping you down, Flixonase Allergy & Hayfever Nasal Spray can help you take back control. 🌼

💧 Targeted relief for nasal allergy symptoms including hay fever and allergic rhinitis.
💧 Once-daily use helps prevent and treat symptoms — not just cover them up.
💧 You may start to feel relief after the first day, with full effect after a few days of regular use.

Perfect for spring and allergy season, so you can enjoy the outdoors without the sniffles!

Ask our friendly team if Flixonase is right for you.

*Always read the label and follow directions for use. If symptoms persist, consult your healthcare professional.

04/11/2025

💊 Need to renew your oral contraceptive? Skip the GP visit! We can help right here at your local pharmacy!

If you’ve received an oral contraceptive prescription from your GP in the past three years, our trained pharmacists can assess your suitability and renew your prescription on the spot.

✔️ Fast and convenient
✔️ Private consultation rooms available
✔️ No appointment needed
✔️ Same-day supply (if eligible)

Please note: only selected oral contraceptive medicines can be supplied by a pharmacist without a GP prescription, and other criteria may apply.

📍 Visit us in-store or message us to learn more — your health, your way.

03/11/2025

🦟 Ready for adventure? Don’t let bugs hold you back.

Meet Bushman Roll-On 20% DEET, your compact, effective protection against mosquitoes, sandflies, ticks, and more. Perfect for beach trips, hikes, backyard barbecues, and holidays.

✅ Up to 7 hours of protection in high-bug areas.
✅ Water, sweat & rub resistant — stays on when you’re on the move.
✅ Roll-on gel format — fast, clean, no spray mist.
✅ Pleasant and neutral scent — no heavy chemical smell.

Easy to pack in your bag, ideal for travel or everyday outings.

Ask in-store for Bushman Roll-On; our team can help you choose the right repellent for your outing.

*Always read the label and follow directions for use. Apply only to exposed skin and avoid eyes, mouth, and sensitive areas.

31/10/2025

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🎄✨ Great news from Bay Plaza Pharmacy! ✨🎄

We’re excited to announce that Afterpay is now available in-store! 🙌💳

With Christmas just around the corner, it’s the perfect time to start your gift shopping — and now you can shop your favourite fragrances, beauty, and gift sets today, and pay them off later! 🎁💅

No stress, no fuss — just four easy payments with Afterpay. 💙

👉 Come visit us at Bay Plaza Pharmacy and make your holiday shopping a little easier this year!

30/10/2025

👀 Say goodbye to itchy, watery, and red eyes caused by hayfever or allergic conjunctivitis.

Livostin Eye Drops contain an antihistamine that works within minutes to calm irritation and restore comfort. 🌼

💧 Quick relief from allergy symptoms
💧 Suitable for adults and children 6+ years
💧 Convenient 4mL size — easy to keep on hand during allergy season

Available now at your local pharmacy. Ask our friendly team if Livostin Eye Drops are right for you.

⚠️ Always read the label and follow directions for use. Not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Do not wear soft contact lenses while using. Discard 4 weeks after opening.

28/10/2025

🧠 World Stroke Day 2025

Join us this World Stroke Day to raise awareness about stroke symptoms and the importance of acting quickly. With 1 in 4 people at risk of stroke in their lifetime, it’s vital that we all know how to spot the signs.

⏱️ Remember: Time lost is brain lost. Seeking emergency care as soon as symptoms appear saves lives and can make a huge difference in recovery.

Know the FAST signs:
✔️ Face drooping
✔️ Arm weakness
✔️ Speech difficulty
✔️ Time to call 111

The faster a stroke is recognised and treated, the better the chances of survival and recovery.

💬 Share this with your friends and whānau. Knowing the signs could save a life.

26/10/2025

⚡ Are you feeling tired, foggy, or low on energy? This could be your body signalling it needs more support.

Good Health B Activated B12 offers:
✅ The active methylated form of B12 (methylcobalamin), ready for your body to use immediately
✅ Support for energy production, nervous system health, and red blood cell formation
✅ A delicious berry-vanilla flavoured orally dissolving tablet that dissolves under your tongue—no water needed!
✅ A vegan-friendly supplement with no gluten, dairy, soy, artificial colours or preservatives

🥕 Especially helpful for vegans, vegetarians, or those with absorption challenges in their digestive system.

📍 Come into your local pharmacy and talk to our team about whether Good Health B Activated B12 is right for you.

Always read the label and use only as directed. If symptoms persist, see your healthcare professional.

25/10/2025

🎉 WE SOLD A WINNING LOTTO TICKET! 🎉

Luck has struck at Bay Plaza Pharmacy! One of the winning Lotto tickets from last night’s draw was bought right here in store! 💰💫

Who knows — the next big winner could be you! 😄

So next time you pop in for your prescriptions or vitamins, don’t forget to grab a Lotto ticket or scratchie too. You never know when lightning (and luck!) might strike twice! ⚡🍀

Read all about it here 👇

Thanks to our amazing customers for your continued support — and a massive congratulations to the lucky winner! 🥳

Saturday’s $28m prize was the second-largest jackpot of 2025 so far, behind June’s $30m prize split between two players.

23/10/2025

🌟 Long Weekend Hours – Bay Plaza Pharmacy 🌟

It’s Hawke’s Bay Anniversary and Labour Day weekend! 🎉
We’ll be here for you all weekend long:

🕙 Sat & Sun: Normal hours
🕙 Public Holidays (Fri & Mon): 10am – 4pm

☀️ Heading to the beach or the Hawke’s Bay A & P Show?
The weather’s looking amazing — don’t forget your sunscreen, hats, and summer essentials, all available in-store! 🧴🕶️

✨ Weekend Specials! ✨
Enjoy 50% OFF the Thin Lizzy range! 💄

🎁 K**a Giveaway!
Spend $40+ on K**a products and go in the draw to WIN a K**a Gift Set (valued over $120) — draw at the end of October! 🌸

Plus, we offer:
💉 Vaccinations 📸 Passport Photos 💎 Nose & Ear Piercing

Wishing everyone a safe, sunny, and relaxing long weekend! 🌞🎄
Pop in and see us — we’re open, local, and ready to help with a smile. 💙

**a

23/10/2025

👶 Soothe your little one’s reflux with Gaviscon Infant Sachets

Is your baby keeping you up with frequent spit-ups or reflux discomfort? Gaviscon Infant sachets are designed to mix into a liquid suspension that helps stabilise stomach contents—and prevent milk from coming back up.

🌿 Here’s why parents choose it:

Reduces regurgitation & reflux by thickening feedings
Sugar-free and suited to little tummies
Comes in easy-to-dose sachets for infants & young children

📋 Usage guidance (just a guideline, always check the label or ask your pharmacist):

For breastfed infants, mix one sachet with a small amount of cooled, boiled water, then top up.

For bottle-fed infants, the sachet may be mixed into the feed (usually 115 mL) to ensure consistent thickness.

Use after each feed, up to six sachets in 24 hours.

🛑 Important cautions:

Not recommended for infants under 1 year unless supervised by a doctor
Do not use with other thickening agents
Contains sodium and mannitol; check with your child’s healthcare provider if they’re on a low-sodium diet or have digestive sensitivities.

📍 Pop into your local pharmacy and ask us about Gaviscon Infant. We’re happy to help you use it safely and effectively for your little one’s comfort.

Always read the label and use only as directed. If symptoms persist or worsen, consult your healthcare professional.