Bacterial Conjunctivitis

15 mins ·

More info We can provide chloramphenicol eye drops for Bacterial Conjunctivitis.
Eligible Persons: Children under 2 years of age presenting with symptoms consistent with a bacterial eye infection. Please contact us on 04-5284808 to enquire about this service.
Cost of medicine: $22
The cost is $50 for a 15-minute consultation plus the cost of the medicine itself. View less

Sleep

15 mins ·

More info We can provide Melatonin for primary insomnia.
Eligible persons: individuals aged 18 - 54 years old.
Cost of Medicine: $27 for 1-month supply
The cost is $50 for a 15-minute consultation plus the cost of the medicine itself (if eligible). View less

Weight Management

20 mins ·

More info We can provide Saxenda for eligible persons for weight loss.
Eligible Persons:
-Adults aged between 18 - 65 years old.
-Previous lifestyle modification has failed
-BMI >30kg/m2 (obesity) OR
-BMI >27kg/m2 to <30kg/m2 (overweight) PLUS one weight related co-morbidity such as pre-diabetes/diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, sleep apnoea, PCOS.
Cost of medicine: $515 per box.
Please contact us on 04-5284808 to enquire about this service.
The cost is : $70 for a 20 minute consultation plus the cost of the medicine (if eligible). View less

Urinary Tract Infection (UTI)

15 mins ·

More info We can provide antibiotics (Nitrofurantoin) for eligible patients with a UTI including people aged 65-74 years old.
Eligible Persons:
-People 65-75 years old with a vagina, who are assessed as having an uncomplicated UTI.
-Uncomplicated UTI with 2 or more of the following symptoms: painful urination, urinary frequency, urinary urgency, suprapubic pain.

Cost of medicine: $15
Please contact us on 04-528 4808 to enquire about this service.
The cost is $50 for a 15-minute consultation plus the cost of the medicine (if eligible). View less

Shingles Infection

15 mins ·

More info We can provide Valaciclovir for eligible patients with the shingles virus.
Who is eligible?
-adults 18 years and over with symptoms and clinical diagnosis of herpes zoster (shingles).
-patient presents within 72 hours of rash onset or in cases where new lesions are still forming.

Cost of Medicine: $25
Please contact us on 14-528 4808 to enquie about this service.
The cost is $50 for a 15-minute consultation plus the cost of the medicine itself (if eligible) View less

Chronic Pain Relief

15 mins ·

More info We can provide higher strength diclofenac (Voltaren) for eligible patients.
Eligible patients are adults 18 years and over who have previously been prescribed dicofenac and require immediate access to continuous treatment for ongoing pain and inflammation.
Cost of medicine: $25
Please contact us on 04-528 4808 to enquire about this service.
The cost is $50 for a 15-minute consultation plus the cost of the medicine (if eligible)
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Rosacea

15 mins ·

More info We can provide Metronidazole gel for eligible patients with Rosacea.
Eligible patients are adults 18 years and older presenting with symptoms and a diagnosis relating to rosacea based on clinical evaluation.

Cost of Medicine: $65
Please contact us on 04-528 4808 to enquire about this service.
The cost is $50 for a 15-minute consultation plus the cost of the medicine (if eligible) View less

Acne Treatment

15 mins ·

More info We can provide Doxycycline tablets for eligible patients with Acne.
Eligible persons are 12 years old and over with symptoms and diagnosis relating to moderate to severe Acne Vulgaris based on clinical evaluation.

Cost of medicine is: $20
Please contact us on 04-528 4808 to enquire about this service.
The cost is $50 for a 15-minute consultation plus the cost of the medicine (if eligible) View less

Allergic Conjunctivitis

15 mins ·

More info We can provide olopatadine for eligible patients to treat allergic conjunctivitis.
Eligible persons are 3 years old and over, presenting with symptoms of allergy such as itchiness, redness, tearing, and swelling of the eyes.

Cost of Medicine: $15
Please contact us on 04-528 4808 to enquire about this service.
The cost is $50 for a 15-minute consultation plus the cost of the medicine (if eligible)

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Wegovy for Weight Management

30 mins · $60

More info Our pharmacy now offers Wegovy® (semaglutide) as part of a clinically supported weight management programme. Wegovy is a once-weekly, prescription-only injectable medication designed to support weight loss in adults with obesity or those who are overweight with weight-related health issues.

Service Inclusions:
• Initial pharmacist consultation to assess suitability
• Ongoing support and regular check-ins
• Lifestyle advice on diet, exercise, and healthy habits
• Prescription dispensing and injection education

Wegovy may be suitable if you have:
• A BMI of 30 or higher, or
• A BMI of 27+ with a weight-related condition (e.g. high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes)

Wegovy is not right for everyone. Our pharmacist will ensure it's a safe and appropriate option for you.

Talk to our team today to learn more or book your initial assessment.

Note: $60 covers the 15-minute consultation only; medication cost, if eligible, is additional. Please make sure you have blood test results for eGFR (kidney function) and Hba1C (diabetes), no older than 120 days prior to your appointment. View less

Skin Infection

15 mins ·

More info We can provide Pimafucort Ointment for eligible patients with inflammatory skin infections.
Eligible Persons are 2 years and over with symptoms and diagnosis relating to mild inflammatory skin infection (e.g. impetigo, eczema with secondary infection) based on clinical evaluation.

Cost of Medicine: $20
Please contact us on 04-528 4808 to enquire about this service
The cost is $50 for a 15-minute consultation plus the cost of the medicine (if eligible) View less

2025 Flu Vaccination

15 mins

Varies

More info Available from 1st April 2025. Must be 3 years old and over.
Free for - pregnant women, individuals 65 years and over, and those with certain medical conditions - please phone for more information (04)5284808.
Please do not visit if you are unwell with cold and flu symptoms or Covid-19.
We also have a choice of various unfunded flu vaccinations this year. View less

FLUCELVAX QUAD 3-64 years - Flu Vaccination 2025 (NOT FUNDED)

20 mins

More info Unfunded 2025 Flu Vaccination available to those aged 3 to 64 years old. View less

FLUAD QUAD OVER 65 years- FLU Vaccination 2025 (NOT FUNDED)

20 mins

More info Not Funded FLU Vaccination for over 65 years old. There will be a cost for this FLU Vaccine. Alternatively the funded FLU Vaccine is available free of charge for over 65 years old (no booking needed - pop in to Unichem Maidstone) View less

Antibiotics for Urinary Tract Infections (UTI)

15 mins

More info Speak to one of our friendly pharmacists about your urinary tract symptoms and they may be able to supply you with a course of antibiotics. No appointment necessary. View less

B12 Injection

15 mins

More info The B12 injection service can be provided by one of our qualified pharmacist vaccinators. You can bring your own vitamin B12 ampoule prescribed by your doctor or it can be purchased from our pharmacy if you have a diagnosed B12 deficiency. View less

Blood Glucose Monitoring

25 mins

$45

More info Our trained pharmacist will show you how to measure your blood glucose levels (via finger pick test). A blood glucose monitor and test strips will be provided as part of the consultation. View less

Blood Pressure Monitoring

10 mins

$10

More info Free blood pressure monitoring from one our qualified team members. View less

Ear/Nose Piercing

15 mins

More info Parental Consent required if under 16 years. View less

Erectile Dysfunction - Consultation for Sildenafil

30 mins

More info An initial consultation is required which costs $40. If eligible, this consultation will enable you to obtain sildenafil for 1-year without prescription, through a pharmacist.
Cost of Sildenafil may differ depending on choice of brand (e.g. Viagra, Silvasta, Vedafil).
Eligibility of success is dependent on age, social history, medical conditions, medicines taken, and blood pressure.
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Emergency Contraceptive Pill (ECP)

15 mins

More info Speak to one of our friendly pharmacists to get the Emergency Contraceptive Pill. No appointment necessary View less

Measles, Mumps and Rubella Vaccination (MMR)

15 mins

Varies

Minor Ailments Consult

15 mins

Varies

More info Our team provides a service to assess minor health conditions such as diarrhoea, dehydration, minor skin and eye conditions, and pain/fever symptoms. Your pharmacist can give health advice, and if recommended, supply FREE medicines and/or refer you to another health service.
Between Monday 12 June and Sunday 30 September, this service, including treatments if recommended, will be free to eligible patients - Maori and Pacific people, children under 14 and their whanau members, and Community Services Card holders.

If you are not able to present to the pharmacy, phone consult is also available.

Please ask our friendly team for more information at 04-528 4808 View less

Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT)

15 mins

$5

More info Talk to your friendly pharmacist to see if nicotine replacement therapy is right for you - Fully Funded Habitrol Lozenges, Gum or patches may be able to be prescribed to you. View less

Passport Photos / Firearms Licence Photos

10 mins

More info We can email you a copy of your passport photo and/or Print out a physical copy. View less

Sleep Consultation - Melatonin Supply

15 mins

More info Primary insomnia in people older than 18 years can be successfully treated with Melatonin. Ask our friendly pharmacist for details. View less

Shingles (Shingrix) Vaccination

15 mins

Whooping Cough Vaccination (Boostrix)

15 mins

Varies

More info Vaccinating pharmacists can provide the whooping cough vaccine to adults 18 years and older. FREE for pregnant women and people over 65.
Even if you’ve been vaccinated in the past, your immunity to whooping cough reduces over time and it’s recommended that you’re vaccinated every 10 years. View less

RSV Vaccination (AREXVY)

30 mins

Varies

More info Available to anyone over 60 years of age, from Unichem Maidstone Pharmacy. This vaccine is not funded. No prescription is needed. View less

Tetanus Vaccination

20 mins

Varies

More info Vaccinating pharmacists can provide the Tetanus vaccine (BOOSTRIX) to adults 18 years and older.
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