Unichem Putaruru

24/04/2026

Please see our adjusted hours for ANZAC Weekend. We will resume normal hours from next Tuesday.

22/04/2026

Written by a doctor about the usefulness of pharmacies:

Accessing healthcare doesn’t always mean waiting to see a doctor 👩‍⚕️👨‍⚕️

Did you know that pharmacists are now able to assess and treat a range of common conditions? This can be a quick and convenient option when you need care sooner.

Pharmacists can help with:
• Urinary tract infections (UTIs)
• Conjunctivitis (pink eye) and other eye infections
• Cold sores
• Hay fever / allergic rhinitis. Symptom relief for the common cold.
• Mild skin conditions such as itching, rashes, and inflamed fungal infections
• Fungal infections of the toe or fingernails
• Thrush (oral and vaginal)
• Mouth ulcers
• Warts
• Haemorrhoids
• Nausea associated with migraine
• Abdominal including period cramps

They are highly trained healthcare professionals who can provide treatment, advice, and in some cases supply medication without the need for a GP appointment.

This is a great option for straightforward conditions and helps free up GP appointments for more complex or urgent medical needs.

As always, if your symptoms are more severe, ongoing, or you’re unsure, please call and speak to our nurses.

20/04/2026

Feeling the chill this winter? ❄️
Pop into the pharmacy and discover our new in-store Weighted Toasty Hugs — complete with removable, microwavable pouches for that extra cosy comfort.

Perfect for warming up on cold nights… who wouldn’t love snuggling one of these in bed? 🛏️

19/04/2026

On today ! Booking still available!

17/04/2026

MONDAY 20th April !! Bookings essential for the Cardiaction screen. Costs $119. Takes 20 minutes. More information and to book https://cardiaction.as.me/UnichemPutaruru

10/04/2026

Hi, just doing a call out to local residents who struggle with mobility who wish to get a flu and or a Covid vaccine. Our pharmacist is doing home visits on Monday 13th . Please get in touch , fb message or call us 078837799

02/04/2026

31/03/2026

Flu vaccines available now . Just walk on in to Unichem Putaruru. Covid vaccines also available and can be done at the same time.
Don’t be caught like last year with the flu season starting early!

18/03/2026

Cardiaction is coming to Putaruru! April 20th . Book now: https://cardiaction.as.me/UnichemPutaruru

17/03/2026

Wednesday 18 March 9-12noon We have a sleep specialist in store. Come see us! No appointment needed.

01/03/2026

Sick of feeling tired and you don’t even know why, in fact you can’t even be bothered thinking about how tired you are? We have a sleep expert in store from 9-12 Monday 2nd March. She will have you armed with the knowledge to get you feeling right again, AND anyone who comes has a chat gets $50 off our sleep test !

01/02/2026

From 🌟1 February 2026🌟, some people with stable, long‑term health conditions may be able to get prescriptions that last up to 12 months instead of 3.
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Your prescriber will decide if this is right and safe for you, and it does not apply to controlled drugs.

Even with a 12‑month prescription, we can only give you up to 3 months’ supply at a time, and your repeats need to be collected from the same pharmacy.

If you usually pay a prescription fee (for example $5), you’ll still pay this on the first supply of each medicine.
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If you’re unsure whether this applies to you, have a chat with your prescriber – and if you have any questions, come and see us or give us a call.