Covid Vaccine

15 mins · Free

More info It's important that we continue to protect ourselves and our whanau from COVID-19 and keep our immunity levels high.

The best way to do this is to stay up to date with your COVID-19 vaccinations.
Unichem Rototuna Pharmacy can help you with that! The new COVID JN.1 vaccine is now available - this vaccine now keeps you immunised against the current and newer strains.

If it is at least 6 months since you last tested positive for COVID-19 or since your last vaccination, now is a good time to pop into Unichem Rototuna Pharmacy for your COVID-19 vaccination. It is quick and easy, and as a Living Rewards member you can earn
10 Living Rewards points when you receive your vaccination. View less

Tetanus, Diphtheria & Whooping Cough (Triple Protection)

20 mins · Varies

More info Boostrix vaccine boosts immunity against diphtheria, tetanus and whooping cough.

At Unichem Rototuna Pharmacy, Boostrix is FREE for pregnant individuals from the second trimester of every pregnancy. It is recommended to be administered from 16 weeks, preferably within the second trimester, to help protect both mother and her newborn infant against pertussis (whooping cough).

Boostrix is also available for purchase by individuals who are not eligible for funded vaccine for $60. View less

Shingles Vaccine (Shingrix)

20 mins · Varies

More info Funded as per Pharmac eligibility criteria ie at 65yrs age. And only for those 50yrs and over. View less

HPV Vaccine (Cervical Cancer & Genital Warts Protection)

20 mins · Varies

More info Gardasil 9 - Funded as per Pharmac eligibility criteria View less

Measles, Mumps & Rubella (MMR) Vaccine

20 mins · Varies

More info Priorix - Funded as per Pharmac eligibility criteria (i.e 2 documented doses). For those3 years and over View less

Meningococcal B Vaccine

20 mins · Varies

More info Bexsero - Funded as per Pharmac eligibility criteria. For those 16yrs and over View less

Medical Certificates

20 mins · $39

More info Medical Certificates are for minor illnesses and not those needing clinical assessment. ACC medical certificates are excluded. Maximum duration of 5 days View less

Blood Pressure Check

10 mins · $5

B12 Injections for patients over 65yr

10 mins · $10

More info NB: We do require a valid prescription from a Dr to be able to administer your B12 injection. View less

B12 Injections for patients under 65yr

10 mins · $15

More info NB: We do require a valid prescription from a Dr to be able to administer your B12 injection. View less

AIA Vitality Health Check

20 mins · Free

More info AIA Vitality members receive one free AIA Vitality Health Check each membership year. View less

Warrant of Wellness

30 mins · $45

More info Early detection and prevention are key to improved long term health, but knowing what health checks to have done and when can be confusing. The pharmacists at Unichem Rototuna Pharmacy can guide you in the right direction, and will always respect your privacy, and if you feel more comfortable they can talk to you in a private area about what the right option for you may be.
The Warrant of Wellness Health Check consists of the following four health screenings:
• Body mass index (BMI)
• Waist circumference
• Blood pressure
• Blood lipid profile (cholesterol) View less

Indicative Iron Testing

10 mins · $20

More info A simple finger prick test carried out for a quick check on whether you are low on iron or not. View less

Indicative Vit D Testing

10 mins · $20

More info A simple finger prick test to check if you are low in Vit D View less

Blood Glucose and Cholesterol Test

15 mins · $39

Uric Acid Testing - GOUT

15 mins · Free

More info Simple finger prick point of care testing to measure your Uric Acid levels. Note that this is not a diagnostic tool but an indicative test only. View less

Strep Throat Consultation

20 mins · Varies

More info Our Sore Throat Service provides quick assessment and treatment for adults and children over the age of 12 who are experiencing a sore throat. This includes a throat swab to check for a streptococcal infection, and, if necessary, we provide medication to help prevent complications.

This service is especially important for individuals at high risk of rheumatic fever, which includes those with a personal, family, or household history of rheumatic fever. Early detection and treatment can significantly reduce the risk of rheumatic fever and other complications. View less

Shingles Anti-Viral Treatment

20 mins · Varies

More info Our Shingles Antiviral Treatment service provides relief for adults 18 years and older experiencing a shingles outbreak. For patients with a classic shingles rash of 72 hours or less and mild to moderate symptoms, we may offer antiviral treatment to help reduce discomfort and speed up recovery.

Please Note: This service is not suitable for children under 18, immunocompromised patients, those with severe renal impairment, or those with a rash lasting more than 72 hours. View less

Bacterial Conjunctivitis - infants (3months-2years)

20 mins · Varies

More info Our Conjunctivitis Treatment service provides gentle and effective care for infants aged 3 months to 2 years. We assess each child’s symptoms and, if needed, offer antibiotic treatment to help clear up the infection quickly and comfortably. View less

Rosacea Consultation and Treatment

20 mins · Varies

More info Our Rosacea Treatment service is designed for adults over 18 experiencing mild to moderate rosacea symptoms, such as inflammatory redness, papules, or pustules. We offer targeted treatments to help manage symptoms and improve skin appearance.

Please Note: This service is not suitable for patients under 18. View less

Recurrent Herpes (Genital or Orofacial)

20 mins · Varies

More info Our Recurrent Herpes Treatment service provides early care for adults with a known history of recurrent herpes simplex (genital or orofacial). We offer anticipatory treatment options to help manage outbreaks and reduce symptom duration.

Please Note: This service is available only for patients over 18. View less

Acne - Antibiotic Treatment (Doxycycline)

15 mins · Varies

More info We can provide Doxycycline for eligible patients for acne. Eligible Persons: Adults and children 12 years and above with symptoms and diagnosis relating to moderate to severe inflammatory acne vulgaris based on clinical evaluation. Cost of medicine: $10 per month. The cost is $39 for a 15-minute consultation plus the cost of the medicine itself (if eligible). View less

Allergic Conjunctivitis (Olopatadine)

15 mins · Varies

More info We can provide Olopatadine for eligible patients for allergic conjunctivitis. Eligible Persons: Adults and children aged 3 years and above presenting with symptoms of allergic conjunctivitis (e.g. itching, redness, tearing, swelling of the eyes). Cost of medicine: $10.
The cost is $39 for a 15-minute consultation plus the cost of the medicine itself (if eligible). View less

Skin Infection (Pimafucort)

15 mins · Varies

More info We can provide Pimafucort for eligible patients for inflammatory skin infections. Eligible Persons:
o Adults and children 2 years and above (Hydrocortisone not recommended for those under 2 years of age).
o Symptoms and diagnosis relating to mild inflammatory skin infection (e.g. impetigo, eczema with secondary infection) based on clinical evaluation.
Cost of medicine: $15. Please contact us on 078546952 to enquire about this service.
The cost is $39 for a 15-minute consultation plus the cost of the medicine itself (if eligible). View less

Impetigo/Cellulitis/Skin Infection Treatment - Flucloxacillin or Erythromycin

15 mins · Varies

More info We can provide Flucloxacillin or Erythromycin for eligible patients for cellulitis/impetigo.
Who is eligible?
o Cellulitis: Patients aged 5 years and above presenting with clinical symptoms of uncomplicated cellulitis.
o Impetigo: Patients aged 2 years and above presenting with mild to moderate impetigo characterised by discrete sores/lesions with pus or crusts usually caused by Staphylococcus aureus or streptococcus pyogenes (lesions are extensive, there is widespread infection, or if systemic symptoms are present).
Cost of medicine: $10-$25 depending on medicine and dose.
The cost is $39 for a 15-minute consultation plus the cost of the medicine itself (if eligible). View less

Urinary Tract Infection Treatment for Women

15 mins · $39

More info Our UTI Treatment Service offers effective care for women aged 16 to 65 experiencing uncomplicated urinary tract infections. We provide prompt assessment and treatment options to help alleviate symptoms and support a quick recovery.

Please Note: This service is not suitable for diabetics or pregnant women. View less

Emergency Contraceptive Pill

15 mins · Varies

More info This service is free for women under 25yrs of age. View less

Oral Contraceptive Pill Consultation

20 mins · Varies

More info The oral contraceptive pill is now available without a prescription from our accredited pharmacists. If you have previously been prescribed an oral contraceptive pill by your doctor and are generally in good health, you may be eligible to purchase the same oral contraceptive from our pharmacists. The pharmacist will need to work through a checklist and, if eligible, you will be able to purchase up to 6 months of oral contraceptive tablets at a time.

The combined oral contraceptive – without a prescription – is available to women in good health aged 16-39 years of age. Brands available to be purchased without a prescription include Microgynon, Levlen, Brevinor and Norimin.

The progesterone only pill or mini-pill – without a prescription – is available to women in good health aged 16-52 years of age. Brands available to be purchased without a prescription include Cerazette, Microlut and Noriday. View less

Urinary Tract Infection (65-75yrs old)

20 mins · $45

More info We can provide Nitrofurantoin for eligible patients for Urinary Tract Infection including people 65-74 years old Eligible Persons: People = 65 years and less than 75 years of age with a vagina, who are assessed as having an uncomplicated UTI. Uncomplicated UTI with two or more of the following symptoms: Painful urination, urinary frequency and/or urgency, suprapubic pain. View less

Erectile Dysfunction (Sildenafil) Consultation

20 mins · $35

More info The initial consultation with the pharmacist will take about 20 minutes and will include a short health check including taking your blood pressure. Repeat supplies will only take a few minutes to supply, provided your health hasn’t changed since.

Criteria for supply of Sildenafil include (but not limited to):
Male aged 35-70 years old;
Suffer from erection problems/erectile dysfunction;
Have not recently had a heart attack or stroke or taking certain medications including nitrates.

You MUST NOT take sildenfil if you are taking nitrate medicines which are prescribed for angina (chest pain) or heart problems, or guanylate cyclase stimulators like adempas (Riociguat) for pulmonary hypertension. It may cause a severe drop in your blood pressure which may be difficult to treat.
Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you are currently being, or have been, treated for angina or heart conditions.
The cost of the consultation does not include the cost of sildenafil. View less

CardiAction - Heart Screening

30 mins · $89

More info Utilizing state-of-the-art technology, CardiAction is an innovative heart screening and intervention management app to make heart and artery health easy to improve and manage. View less

Blood Pressure Check

10 mins · $5

Chronic Pain Relief

15 mins · Varies

More info We can provide higher strength Diclofenac (Voltaren) for eligible patients Eligible Persons: Adults aged 18 years and above who have previously been prescribed Diclofenac and require immediate access to continuous treatment for ongoing pain and inflammation. Cost of medicine: $10 for a maximum of 20 tablets. Please contact us on 07 8546952 to enquire about this service. The cost is $39 for a 15-minute consultation plus the cost of the medicine itself (if eligible). View less

Smoking Cessation Consultation

20 mins ·

More info Smoking cessation services involve a consultation with the pharmacist who can create a programme and provide nicotine replacement therapy to improve a smoker’s chances of giving up. View less

Smoking Cessation Education

15 mins · Free

More info For anyone wanting to quit smoking, we are here to help. View less

Asthma Education - For Adults and Children over 12

15 mins · Free

More info We aim to evaluate asthma control in both adolescents and adults, providing thorough counseling on their asthma medication, as well as proper inhaler and spacer technique. We'll also focus on ensuring adherence to their treatment plan to support effective asthma management View less

Gestational Diabetes Education

15 mins · Free

More info We are committed to providing eligible women with comprehensive education and support on using blood glucose meters and finger prickers. This will empower them to effectively self-manage their gestational diabetes (GDM) from the moment of diagnosis.


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Gout Management and Education Service

15 mins · Free

More info Aims to ensure patients have their gout (and raised serum uric acid) effectively treated and that they are sufficiently educated/informed to self-manage their condition optimally. View less

Methotrexate Education

15 mins · Free

More info We provide comprehensive education to all patients presenting an oral methotrexate prescription for the first time, as well as to those with previous methotrexate experience who may benefit from further guidance.
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Oral Anticoagulation Counselling - Warfarin, Pradaxa and Rivaroxaban

15 mins · Free

More info We focus on providing education and support to patients newly initiated on warfarin, dabigatran, or rivaroxaban therapy, as well as those who may need further assistance—such as those confused about their therapy, recently discharged, or managing a complex regimen involving these medications View less

Sleep Apnoea Management

45 mins · Varies

Melatonin for Primary Insomnia

15 mins · Varies

More info for patients over 18yrs old View less

Wegovy - Weight Manangement

45 mins · Varies

More info Wegovy is the newest, once-weekly weight loss injection making waves in Hollywood and around the world. Backed by strong clinical results, it’s designed to help eligible adults achieve and maintain significant weight loss when combined with healthy lifestyle changes.

Eligible Persons:
Adults aged 18 to 75 AND
Previous lifestyle modification has failed AND
BMI =30 kg/m² (obesity) OR
BMI =27 kg/m² and <30 kg/m² (overweight) PLUS one weight-related co-morbidity such as:
Prediabetes or Type 2 diabetes
Hypertension
Dyslipidaemia
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)
Sleep apnoea

Cost of medicine: $499 / month

Please contact us on 07 854 6952 to enquire about this service.
The cost is $49 for a 45-minute consultation plus the cost of the medicine itself (if eligible).
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