Pharmacies and Chemists in Sydney 2026 — 24-Hour, Compounding and Local Pharmacy Guide

Pharmacies in Sydney 2026 — Overview

Sydney has thousands of community pharmacies across the metro area — from national chains (Chemist Warehouse, Priceline, TerryWhite Chemmart) to independent community pharmacies and specialist compounding pharmacies. This guide covers how to find pharmacies in Sydney, including 24-hour and late-night options. pharmacy.org.au

24-Hour and Late-Night Pharmacies in Sydney

• Blooms The Chemist, Sydney CBD — Check current hours at bloomsthechemist.com.au for late-night CBD options.
• Chemist Warehouse — multiple 24-hour locations — Several Chemist Warehouse stores in Sydney operate extended hours. Check chemistwarehouse.com.au for the closest 24-hour location. chemistwarehouse.com.au
• Priceline Pharmacy Bondi Junction — Westfield Bondi Junction — extended hours. priceline.com.au

Prescription and PBS Medicines

All Australian pharmacists can dispense Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) medicines. The PBS co-payment for 2026: approximately $7.70 for concession cardholders, approximately $31.60 for general patients. A valid prescription from a registered doctor, nurse practitioner or certain other health professionals is required for Schedule 4 (S4) and Schedule 8 (S8) medicines. pbs.gov.au

Finding a Sydney Pharmacy

Use the healthdirect Pharmacy Finder (healthdirect.gov.au/pharmacy-finder) to locate the nearest open pharmacy anywhere in NSW. The NSW Pharmacy Guild website lists pharmacists by specialty including compounding, CPAP, dose administration aids and travel health. healthdirect.gov.au

Compounding Pharmacies

Sydney has several excellent compounding pharmacies — specialists in customised medications. Look for accredited compounding pharmacies (PCAB or equivalent accreditation) for highest quality compounded medications.

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