Note: This is NOT a RAT Collection Site. Please refer to the list of RATS Collection Sites.
Today
9:00 AM to 5:30 PM.
Covid-19 vaccination
COVID-19 Vaccination
- Pfizer vaccine (12+ years)
- Child Pfizer vaccine (5-11 years)
- Anyone currently eligible can access
- Make an appointment
- No appointment required
- Drive through
- Walk in
Getting a COVID-19 vaccine is an important step you can take to protect yourself, your kaumātua and whānau from the effects of the virus. For more information on the COVID-19 vaccines and eligibility visit Ministry of Health - COVID-19 vaccines
The majority of routine vaccinations can now be administered before, after, or at the same time as your COVID-19 vaccinations. The exception to this is the Zostavax (shingles) vaccine where a 7-day gap before or after receiving the Pfizer COVID-19 is advised. If you have any questions, please discuss with your healthcare provider.
Covid-19 pass
My Vaccination Documents - get in person
Our service can help you request and print the following documents:
- My Vaccine Pass
- International Travel Vaccination Certificate
- Your vaccination record
Face Mask Exemption Pass - get in person
Our service can assist you to print and apply for a Face Mask Exemption Pass.
Covid-19 testing
Testing for International Travel
This clinic provides pre-departure testing for people who are travelling. Please call to book an appointment.
Description
We are a local, family-owned pharmacy in the heart of Forrest Hill.
Pharmacists can help to support the health of your family; they can provide advice and treatment for common minor illnesses for all ages.
Pharmacists ensure that prescriptions are dispensed correctly and that the medicine and dose is appropriate for you, so that you receive the maximum benefits from your medicines. Your pharmacist will help you understand what your medicines are prescribed for, how to take them, possible side effects and how to store them.
All advice and treatment is conducted in a professional and confidential manner and most services are provided free of charge and do not generally require an appointment.
For safe disposal, please return any expired or unwanted medicines, or needles/lancets and syringes to your pharmacy. There is no charge for this service.
Please don't hesitate to contact us directly if you have any questions.
Dispensary Manager
Rania Iskander & Robin Iskander
Charges
$3 Scripts for Gold Card Holders
Hours
9:00 AM to 5:30 PM.
| Mon – Fri | 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Sat | 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM |
Public Holidays: Closed Labour Day (24 Oct), Auckland Anniversary (30 Jan), Waitangi Day (6 Feb), Good Friday (7 Apr), Easter Sunday (9 Apr), Easter Monday (10 Apr), ANZAC Day (25 Apr), Queen's Birthday (5 Jun), Matariki (14 Jul).
Languages Spoken
Arabic, English, Mandarin Chinese
Services Provided
COVID-19 Care in the Community
- Home delivery of medicines
- No co-payments for prescriptions for Covid-positive patients isolating at home
- Medicine management consultations
We are able to offer additional support and funded services to eligible people isolating at home due to COVID-19.
COVID-19 antiviral medicine (if you have a prescription from your doctor or nurse)
- This pharmacy can deliver the medicine to your home free of charge
View the Ministry of Health website for information about COVID-19 antiviral medicine and who is eligible.
You will need a prescription from your doctor or nurse to receive the medication.
COVID-19 antiviral medicine (if you may be eligible but don’t have a prescription)
- This pharmacy can deliver the medicine to your home free of charge
View the Ministry of Health website for information about COVID-19 antiviral medicine and who is eligible.
To receive the medication please call and talk to the pharmacist first, either immediately…
COVID-19 Vaccination
- Pfizer vaccine (12+ years)
- Child Pfizer vaccine (5-11 years)
- Anyone currently eligible can access
- Make an appointment
- No appointment required
- Drive through
- Walk in
Getting a COVID-19 vaccine is an important step you can take to protect yourself, your kaumātua and whānau from the effects of the virus. For more information on the COVID-19…
Influenza (flu) vaccines
This pharmacy has staff that are trained and authorised to give flu vaccinations. Many pharmacies will vaccinate children – call the pharmacy to check first.
Flu vaccinations are free for those…
Vaccines
- Diphtheria, tetanus and pertussis (whooping cough) vaccine (Tdap)
- Influenza (flu) vaccine
- Measles, Mumps and Rubella vaccine (MMR)
Immunisation is one of the most effective medical interventions to prevent infections and has led to the decline of many serious, potentially lethal, diseases. There may be a charge for…
Dispensing and Compounding Prescription Medications
With the presentation of a viable NZ prescription from your health practitioner.
Smoking cessation
Pharmacy staff are trained to provide a service to help people to stop smoking. This service includes advice and providing quit smoking support aids e.g. nicotine gum.
Provide a funded…
Supply of Selected Oral Contraception
Pharmacist trained to prescribe selected oral contraceptive pill for patients upon consultation.
Long-term conditions (LTC) service
This service is designed for people with long-term illnesses who may need support with their medicines. An assessment is used to identify the things that affect their ability to take…
Free after hours prescriptions for under 14s
We are able to fill your under-14 year old's prescription for free (if the medication is fully funded) both within normal working hours and after hours.
Hair Allergy Test ($89)
Test your intolerance with a simple hair allergy test. You just need to fill out a simple form, we will obtain sample of a few strands of hair which are…
Southern Cross easy-claiming
Simply present your member card to us with your prescriptions. If your plan covers the product and it qualifies, Southern Cross will reimburse you directly.
No paperwork, no hassle.
Mole Mapping/ Spot Check - $30 per spot/mole
Can check up to 3 moles (starting at $30 for 1 mole) using instore Skin Scope. Pictures will be sent to specialist at Skin Institute and results will be returned…
Emergency contraceptive pill (ECP)
Your pharmacists are trained to assess whether the ECP is appropriate for you. This is done in a confidential manner. The ECP works best if taken as soon as possible…
Blister packs
This pharmacy can provide you with individually made blister packs of your medicines. These can be supplied weekly, fortnightly, or monthly depending on your needs. This type of packaging can…
Trimethoprim dispensing
This pharmacy has trained pharmacists who can supply the antibiotic, trimethoprim, for women aged between 16 and 65 who have an uncomplicated urinary tract infection.
Can give a 3 day…
Sildenafil dispensing for erectile dysfunction
This pharmacy has specially trained pharmacists who are able to prescribe sildenafil for erectile dysfunction in men aged 35 – 70 years who meet specific assessment criteria.
Can supply Sildenafil to…
Selected oral contraceptives
Our specially trained pharmacists can supply selected oral contraceptives without a prescription under certain circumstances.
Up to six months’ supply of selected oral contraceptives can be sold to women who…
WINZ and other reports
If you require reports on your medicines or the cost of your medicines please ask a member of the pharmacy team.
Free of charge - print out for past 12…
Medicine & needles disposal service
Unwanted medicines are often dumped into the toilet, tipped down the sink or put out with the garbage, which starts a journey that can seriously harm the environment. Please return…
Free local deliveries
We are happy to deliver your medications to you. Speak to any one of the pharmacists and let them know you would like this service.
Ear piercing & nose piercing
Can pierce all ages. Can do lobes and cartilage.
Passport photos
We can provide online digital passport photos as well as physical prints. Also have application forms available on site, both for new and renewable passports.
My Vaccination Documents - get in person
Our service can help you request and print the following documents:
- My Vaccine Pass
- International Travel Vaccination Certificate
- Your vaccination record
Face Mask Exemption Pass - get in person
Our service can assist you to print and apply for a Face Mask Exemption Pass.
Measles, Mumps and Rubella (MMR) Vaccine
This service has staff that are trained and authorised to give MMR vaccines. The MMR vaccination is free for people aged from 16 to 49 years (inclusive).
Covid-19 vaccination booking URL
Wheelchair Access
Yes
Parking
Plenty of free parking outside.
Region
North Auckland
Website
Contact Details
1 Grenada Avenue, Forrest Hill, Auckland
North Auckland
9:00 AM to 5:30 PM.
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Phone
(09) 4490635
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Fax
(09) 449 0636
Email
Website
Prescription Email
Vaccination services available here - walk-ins accepted
Shop 7
1 Grenada Avenue
Forrest Hill
Auckland 0620
Street Address
Shop 7
1 Grenada Avenue
Forrest Hill
Auckland 0620
Postal Address
Shop 7
1 Grenada Avenue
Forrest Hill
Auckland 0620
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This page was last updated at 11:46AM on August 4, 2022. This information is reviewed and edited by Forrest Hill Family Pharmacy.