Hanafins Pharmacy is an independent pharmacy at 62 Riccarton Road in Christchurch, next to High Street City Health Medical Centre. It stocks prescription and over-the-counter medicines and vitamins. The pharmacists explain how to take medicines safely and what side effects to watch for, and the pharmacy offers a safe disposal service for unused medicines. It is open Monday to Friday from 8.30am to 5.30pm, or until the last patient has been seen at High Street City Health, so visitors should check the hours for the day.
Customers say the staff are friendly and put real effort into finding the right medication, including one case where the drug needed was not available in New Zealand. Others say the pharmacy is a great place with everything they need, without the busyness of a large chain, and that the pharmacists take time to explain any change or substitution to their medicines. Reviewers mention friendly staff and clear explanations most often.