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Blakes Pharmacy - Your Independent Local Pharmacy in Potts Point
Blakes Pharmacy
18 Darlinghurst Road Potts Point NSW 2011
Yes - pharmacist immunisers at Blakes Pharmacy can administer the shingles vaccine to eligible customers, to help reduce the risk of developing shingles. This is a prevention service - if you already have an active shingles rash, speak to a pharmacist about treatment options or see your GP.
Can I get a shingles vaccination at the pharmacy?
Shingles Vaccination
A vaccination that helps reduce the risk of developing shingles (herpes zoster) and its complications.
Key benefits:
- Helps reduce your risk of developing shingles
- Recommended for adults 50 and over
- Convenient access without a GP visit
What is the Shingles Vaccination?
This service may be suitable if you:
- Are 50 or older, or otherwise eligible under current guidance
- Would like to reduce your risk of developing shingles
This vaccine is for prevention only and is not a treatment for an active shingles episode — speak to a pharmacist or your GP about treatment options.
Who May Benefit from Shingles Vaccination?
Shingles vaccination is for prevention only — it is not a treatment for an active shingles episode, and eligibility is generally for adults aged 50 and over, or as set by current National Immunisation Program criteria.
If you currently have a shingles rash, speak to a pharmacist about treatment options or see your GP.
Common side effects include soreness at the injection site.
Ask your pharmacist for the relevant Consumer Medicines Information (CMI) for full details.
Important Information
Be prepared to discuss:
- Your ageand general health
- Whetheryou currently have or have recently had shingles
- Anyprevious shingles vaccination
Your pharmacist will confirm your eligibility,generally for adults aged 50 and over, and check you don’t currently have anactive shingles episode.
You’ll then receive the injection, with abrief monitoring period afterward.
What to Expect During Your Visit
Am I eligible for a subsidised dose?
This depends on your age and risk factors - Blakes Pharmacy can check current eligibility.
I already have shingles - can I get this vaccine now?
No - if you currently have an active shingles episode, you need treatment first. Speak to a pharmacist about treatment options, or see your GP.
How many doses are needed?
This depends on the specific vaccine used - your pharmacist will advise.
Frequently Asked Questions
Speak with our pharmacist team to confirm your eligibility, or click below to book your vaccination today.
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Disclaimer
*Closed Christmas Day.
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For non-urgent enquiries, please email us. To manage your prescriptions on file, download the Medadvisor app and choose our pharmacy to get started.
18 Darlinghurst Road Potts Point NSW 2011
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Disclaimer: This page is provided for general information only and does not constitute medical advice. If you have severe or persistent symptoms, please see your GP. In an emergecy, call 000.
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