Extended Pharmacy Services are funded healthcare services provided by trained pharmacists. They allow us to assess and treat common conditions without you needing to see a GP, helping you get care faster and closer to home.
These services are available to people who meet specific eligibility criteria. This may include:
You must also be eligible for publicly funded health services in New Zealand and have an approved health need.
If you’re unsure whether you’re eligible, don’t worry - just ask our team at Unichem Bishopdale Pharmacy Shop and we’ll be happy to check for you.
No appointment is needed.
You can simply walk in and speak to one of our pharmacists for a private consultation.
Many Extended Pharmacy Services are subsidised for eligible patients.
We’ll always let you know about any costs before providing treatment, so you can make an informed decision.
We can assess and treat a range of common conditions, including:
Our pharmacist will:
All consultations are carried out in a private space.
If your symptoms are more serious, outside the scope of the service, or need further investigation, we will refer you to your GP or urgent care to make sure you receive the right care.
Yes.
All consultations are completely confidential, and you can speak to our pharmacists in a private consultation room.
Most patients are seen the same day, often immediately — no waiting for a GP appointment.
For these services, trained pharmacists can assess your condition and provide funded treatment directly where appropriate, without needing a prescription from a doctor.
If you’re not eligible for funded treatment, you can still access assessment and treatment from our pharmacy - it just won't be subsidised.
Our pharmacy team can:
It’s helpful to bring:
If you don’t have these with you, you can still come in - our team will do their best to help.
Pop in to Unichem Bishopdale Pharmacy Shop and chat with our friendly team - we’re here to help you find the right care, quickly and easily.
