Pharmacy Care
Pharmacies are a convenient option for free advice about medicines and health concerns – from coughs and colds to skin concerns and sprains.
Pharmacists are experts in medicines and prepare the medicine prescribed by your GP (doctor).
They can give you free advice about health concerns, lifestyle choices and over-the-counter medications – medications that you can buy without a prescription.
Pharmacy assistants can also advise about over-the-counter medications, first aid and healthcare products.
Most pharmacies provide services such as vaccination (immunisation) and blood glucose and blood pressure checks.
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Most prescribed medicines are subsidised by the Government. You may have to pay for medicines that are not fully subsidised – for example for prescriptions from specialists.
For information about prescription charges, the subsidy scheme and the 12-month prescription option available since February 2026, go to the Health New Zealand website.
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There are nine pharmacies in Blenheim, one in Renwick and one in Havelock.
The opening hours, location and contact details for each are available on the Healthpoint website. You can also find the closest pharmacy to you, or a pharmacy that provides a specific or late-night service on this website.
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Pharmacies aren’t just the place to pick up your prescription. They offer the following services such as:
· blood testing for warfarin users
· COVID-19 antiviral medicines
· emergency contraception
· immunisation (eg flu vaccination)
· needle exchange services
· smoking cessation (stop smoking) medication
· treatment for common health conditions such as cold sores, coughs and colds, athlete’s foot, allergies and sore throats
To find a specific service use the search categories on the Healthpoint website.