Industry · Pharmacies & health retail

Retail bags and packaging for pharmacies.

Pharmacies hand over hundreds of purchases a day, and many sell gifts, fragrance and beauty as well as health products. We supply paper bags, retail bags, gift bags, gift boxes, labels and stickers for pharmacies and health retailers. Our range covers retail and gift packaging, not medicine packaging.

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Pharmacy Packaging
6,000+products in our range
700+box sizes
1–3 daysdispatch on stock items
From 25units for digital printed boxes

Why it matters

Every purchase leaves in your bag.

For a busy pharmacy, retail bags are one of the most-used items in the store.

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Fast at the counter

The right bag sizes keep the queue moving.

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Discreet

Opaque paper bags keep purchases private.

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Sells more gifts

Gift bags and boxes support fragrance, beauty and seasonal gift sales.

What to look for

What pharmacy packaging must do.

Pharmacy bags have to be quick, discreet and professional.

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A range of sizes

Small bags for scripts and small items, larger bags for bigger purchases.

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Privacy

Opaque paper bags keep purchases discreet.

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Speed

Bags that open easily at a busy counter.

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A clean look

Simple, professional bags suit a health setting.

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Gift options

Bags and boxes for the gift and beauty section.

The complete solution

Build your counter kit.

Everything for everyday purchases and gifts.

The essentials

What every order needs.

  • Paper bagsIn two or three sizes.
  • Custom labelsSeal and brand bags.
  • Gift bagsFor the gift section.

The upgrades

Low-cost touches that make a big impression.

  • Custom printed gift bagsYour pharmacy brand.
  • Gift boxes with clear lidsFor gift packs.
  • Christmas gift bagsFor the festive season.

Quick decision guide

What packaging should I use?

Match the packaging to the purchase.

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Everyday purchases

Use paper bags

Add a custom label seal if needed

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Larger purchases

Use larger paper bags or retail bags

Add nothing else needed

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Fragrance & beauty gifts

Use gift bags

Add tissue paper

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Gift packs

Use gift boxes with clear lids

Add ribbon and a label

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Christmas & Mother's Day

Use Christmas or occasion gift bags

Add tissue paper

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Branded presentation

Use custom printed gift bags

Add custom labels

Comparison

Compare your options.

How the main pharmacy packaging options stack up.

PackagingBest forProtectionBrandingBudget
Paper bagsEveryday purchasesLowGood$
Coloured paper bagsStore brandingLowGood$
Gift bagsFragrance and beautyLowGood$
Custom printed gift bagsBranded giftingLowExcellent$$
Gift boxes with clear lidsGift packsMediumGood$$

Buying guide

Tips from packaging experts.

Practical advice for pharmacies.

Stock two or three bag sizes

A small, medium and large bag covers almost every purchase.

Seal with a label

A custom label over the fold is a quick, neat way to close and brand a bag.

Build gift packs early

Ready-made gift packs for Mother's Day and Christmas make gift sales easy.

Order Christmas stock ahead

The gift section gets busy from November. Order gift bags and tissue early.

Box size calculator

Enter your product size and how you'll pack it. We'll work out the box size you need in millimetres.

Enter your product size to see the internal box size you need.

This is a guide only. We recommend ordering a sample and testing it with your product before buying in bulk.

Sustainability

Better choices for the planet.

Our eco range →

Recyclable cardboard

Our cardboard boxes and cartons can go in kerbside recycling.

Kraft & recycled content

Our cardboard contains 60%+ recycled content.

Recyclable tissue

Our tissue paper is 100% recyclable.

Paper void fill

Swap foam and bubble wrap for honeycomb or kraft paper fill.

Made in Melbourne

Over 90% of our range is made in Melbourne.

Before you order

Your packaging checklist.

Tick these off before your first (or next) order to avoid the most common mistakes.

FAQs

Pharmacy packaging questions.

Can't find your answer? Call 03 8689 9344 or contact us.

What bags do pharmacies use?
Most pharmacies use paper bags in two or three sizes for everyday purchases, plus gift bags for the fragrance and beauty section.
Do you supply medicine packaging?
No. Our range covers retail bags and gift packaging for pharmacies, not packaging that holds medicines.
Can I get bags printed with my pharmacy name?
Yes. We offer custom printed gift bags, plus custom labels and stickers for plain bags.
What packaging suits gift packs?
Gift boxes with clear lids are popular for gift packs, finished with ribbon and a label.
Can I buy in bulk for several stores?
Yes. Request a quote with your store count and volumes and our team will help.
Do you deliver Australia-wide?
Yes, we deliver Australia-wide. Stock orders typically dispatch within 1–3 business days, and we offer Click & Collect from Thomastown, VIC.

Ready to get started?

Bags for every purchase.

Whether you run one pharmacy or a group, our Melbourne team is ready to help.

Last updated: October 2026 · Reviewed by the PackQueen packaging team