Kaikoura Pharmacy has been on the West End at 37 West End, Kaikōura, since 1890, and the business says it is one of New Zealand's longest-operating pharmacies. It sits in the middle of the town's shopping strip, within walking distance of Kaikoura Healthcare, and the two work closely together. The pharmacy is open six days a week from 9am, and on weekdays it closes at 5.30pm. It is closed on Sundays and public holidays, with an on-call service for emergencies. Repeat prescriptions can be requested by phone or through the website, and the pharmacy sends free reminders when repeats are due. It also offers blister packaging. If a product is not kept in store, the pharmacy will try to order it, often by the next day. The phone number is (03) 319 5035, and the site asks people to call first to confirm hours before making a special trip.