Fresh Therapeutics Compounding Pharmacy

10/10/2025

Six weeks ago we commenced the build on our new pharmacy on Level 1 at Westfield Bondi Junction whilst continuing to care for our customers on Level 6.

This Monday (13th October) we will close Fresh Therapeutics Bondi on Level 6 after 20 years.

To enable the relocation of equipment and stock we will be closing early at 3:00pm on Monday 13th October and re-open at the new location at 8:30am on Tuesday 14th October.

Find us then at Shop 1034 (next to Strand and the lift access to car parks)

We look forward to continuing to care for our community.

06/09/2025

Happy Fathers Day to all our fathers - keep healthy

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06/09/2025

At Fresh Therapeutics we regularly review inhaler technique

04/08/2025

This week is National Stroke Week - Learn the Signs

21/06/2025

NSW Health is urging the community to do everything they can to protect themselves from COVID-19 as cases rise across the state.

The latest NSW Respiratory Surveillance Report shows 3,475 people in NSW testing positive for COVID-19 in the week ending 14 June, an increase of more than 10 per cent compared with the previous week.

The upswing in COVID-19 has come at the same time as influenza is on the rise and at moderate levels in NSW.
Most people with COVID-19 do not test for the virus, so the latest figures represent a small proportion of all people who have the virus.

“While most people have already received their primary course of COVID-19 vaccinations, we’re urging people, especially those aged 65 and over, to get a booster to protect themselves,” Health Protection NSW Executive Director Dr Jeremy McAnulty said.

“COVID-19 is a serious illness and can cause hospitalisation and death, especially in people who are older, have other risk factors, or are immunocompromised. Importantly if you do fall ill, you can always call healthdirect on 1800 022 222 for free, instant health advice and for access to antivirals if you are eligible.”

NSW Health also continues to remind the community there are a few simple steps they can take to protect themselves and others from respiratory illness, including:
- staying up to date with their vaccinations
- staying home if they’re sick and wearing a mask if they need to go out
- avoiding crowded spaces and getting together in well-ventilated spaces
- considering doing a rapid antigen test before visiting those more vulnerable
- making a plan with their doctor if they’re at higher risk of severe illness from COVID-19 or influenza about what to do if they get sick, including what test to take, and discussing if they are eligible for antiviral medicine
- practicing good general hygiene, like regular handwashing.

For more information on eligibility for COVID-19 vaccination, visit https://www.health.gov.au/our-work/covid-19-vaccines/getting-your-vaccination

28/03/2025

Available at Fresh Therapeutics Pharmacy - FREE as part of the Commonwealth Government's Take Home Naloxone Program.

28/03/2025

We participate in the Take Home Naloxone Program -we can supply Naloxone Nasal Spray FREE of charge. Naloxone to reverse an op**te (such as a Fentanyl) overdose .

NSW Health is warning the community about the dangers of nitazenes following the detection of nitazenes in fake oxycodone tablets in NSW.

The fake oxycodone tablets were found to contain N-desethyl isotonitazene, and have been described as green round tablets, marked ‘OC’ on the front and ‘80’ on the reverse, and lack a film coating.

Pharmacy-dispensed oxycodone, sold as the brand name Oxycontin, is now marked ‘ON’ instead of ‘OC’ and has a film coating.

Nitazenes are extremely potent synthetic opioids which are more likely to suppress or stop breathing compared with other opioids.

NSW Poisons Information Centre Medical Director Dr Darren Roberts said these drugs are extremely dangerous, as they can be hundreds of times more potent than oxycodone and can cause severe overdose or death.

“Nitazenes are extremely potent and can vary widely in their strength," Dr Darren Roberts said.

“As they are illicit and unregulated, there is no way of knowing what type of nitazene is present or what dosage is being taken. The strength and contents can vary widely, even within the same batch.

“It is extremely important that people recognise the signs of an opioid overdose, signs to look for include pin-point pupils, drowsiness, loss of consciousness, slowed breathing/snoring, and skin turning blue/grey.

“It's strongly recommended that anyone who uses illicit drugs carry naloxone," Dr Roberts said.

Nitazenes have been detected in fake tablets, such as oxycodone and benzodiazepines, and in drugs thought to be he**in or M**A.

Take home naloxone is a life-saving treatment which can temporarily reverse an opioid overdose, including with nitazenes.

Nitazenes can last longer in the body than oxycodone, he**in and naloxone. Higher and repeated doses of naloxone may be required as well as hospital treatment.

Anyone who uses naloxone should call Triple Zero (000) for an Ambulance immediately after use for follow up care. You won't get into trouble for seeking medical care. If you feel unwell, or if your friend feels unwell, do something about it.

Take home naloxone is available as an easy-to-use nasal spray or injection from some pharmacies and other health services. For more information on the take-home naloxone program visit: https://yourroom.health.nsw.gov.au/getting-help/Pages/Naloxone.aspx

Naloxone is available from NUAA via mail in a discreet package.

Order via their online shop​​ (https://shop.nuaa.org.au/) or call (02) 9171 6650.

Anyone who has concerns about adverse effects from drugs should contact the NSW Poisons Information Centre on 13 11 26, at any time 24/7.

For support and information on drug and alcohol problems, contact the Alcohol and Drug Information Service on 1800 250 015. This is a 24/7 service offering confidential and anonymous telephone counselling and information.​

NSW public drug warnings are available at:
https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/aod/public-drug-alerts/Pages/default.aspx

12/03/2025

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02/03/2025

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24/02/2025

The Canterbury Head to Health Centre has a new name:
💚Canterbury Medicare Mental Health Centre💚

Don't worry, everything else remains the same:

✨Free & confidential mental health services
✨No referral, appointment or Medicare card needed
✨Open for extended hours
✨Staffed by qualified professionals

Visit them at Level 1, Suite 10, 1205 Canterbury Road, Wiley Park (NSW) or call 1800 595 212 for support.

Learn more about Medicare Mental Health Centres: https://ow.ly/nEGY50V2sXF

31/12/2024

We participate in the Take Home Naloxone Program - free Naloxone - keep safe

NSW Health is warning the community about the dangers of unexpected drugs in co***ne, which have resulted in three recent overdoses including one death.

Two people have been hospitalised and one person has died in NSW as a result of overdose in the past week. The cases experienced severe sedative effects and altered behaviour.

The white powder associated with the cases was presumed to be co***ne by those using it, but was found to contain bromazolam, a type of benzodiazepine with strong, sometimes unexpected effects and 2C-B, a hallucinogen.

NSW Poisons Inform​ation Centre Acting Medical Director Professor Andrew Dawson said the risk of severe overdose or death is increased when people use a drug that they are not expecting.

“One of the dangers of illicit drug supply is the strength and contents of the substance you are getting is unknown and can be inconsistent,” Professor Dawson said.

“Anyone who experiences unexpected sedative effects such as difficulty speaking or walking, drowsiness, loss of consciousness, slowed breathing/snoring and skin turning blue/grey should seek medical care immediately.

“‘If you are feeling unwell, stay with friends or around other people. Don’t go home alone to sleep it off.

“Stimulants such as co***ne have also been found containing opioids. It's strongly recommended that anyone who uses illicit drugs carry naloxone.

“Although naloxone does not reverse the effects of benzodiazepines or hallucinogens, if you are concerned that someone is having an overdose, naloxone is safe to use in these circumstances.”

Take home naloxone is a life-saving treatment which can temporarily reverse an opioid overdose.

Anyone who uses naloxone should call Triple Zero (000) for an Ambulance immediately after use for follow up care. You won't get into trouble for seeking medical care. If you feel unwell, or if your friend feels unwell, do something about it.

Take home naloxone is available as an easy-to-use nasal spray or injection from some pharmacies and other health services. For more information on the take-home naloxone program visit: https://yourroom.health.nsw.gov.au/getting-help/Pages/Naloxone.aspx

Naloxone is available from the NUAA via mail in a discreet package. Order online here: https://shop.nuaa.org.au/ or call (02) 9171 6650.

Anyone who has concerns about adverse effects from drugs should contact the NSW Poisons Information Centre on 13 11 26, at any time 24/7.

For support and information on drug and alcohol problems, contact the Alcohol and Drug Information Service on 1800 250 015. This is a 24/7 service offering confidential and anonymous telephone counselling and information.

For more information on NSW drug warnings see: https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/aod/public-drug-alerts/Pages/default.aspx

28/12/2024

New feature on the MyHealth App - you can see your e-scripts and have them dispensed fron the App Ask your doctor to give you with electronic scipts.

A secure and convenient way to keep your electronic prescriptions, view your key health information, find and book a health service, and much more. Download the my health app today.