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Key facts
Counted staff
324
self-reported band not used
Office countries
1
1 address
Company type
Privately Held
self-reported
Description
Discount Drug Stores began with just one store in Queensland in 2001. Now it is one of the largest pharmacy brands in Australia with over 120 stores across the nation.
Established by experienced pharmacists Peter Newman, John Clark and Rosa Chen, it is Discount Drug Stores’ mission to make a positive difference to its customers’ wellbeing by providing quality medicines and healthcare solutions at an affordable price.
On 8th September 2014, Discount Drug Stores entered into a sale agreement with Central Healthcare (CH), a wholly owned subsidiary of Sigma Pharmaceuticals Ltd (Sigma). At almost 130 stores strong at the time, DDS had become one of the fastest growing brands in Australia.
Discount Drug Stores takes an uncompromising approach towards the delivery of professional heath advice and exemplary customer service, which is why its customers will travel out of their way to shop at its pharmacies.
Safety Reporting & Medical Enquiries:
To report adverse events, side effects and medical enquiries, please call 1800 331 792 or email us at medicalenquiry@sigmahealthcare.com.au
Please include details about the product, the adverse event or side effect and your contact details. Please do not provide information about another individual unless you have their express consent to do so.
Please note all personal and health information will be dealt with in accordance with our privacy policy which is available at www.sigmahealthcare.com.au/privacy-policy
For medical emergencies, please contact your Healthcare Professional, Poisons Information Centre or, emergency services. Discount Drug Stores does not provide medical advice.
Specialties
All 6 specialties
- Pharmacy
- Health
- Retail
- Medicine
- Alternative Medicine
- Customer Service
Locations
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Show as table · Offices in 1 country
| Countries | 1 |
|---|---|
| Primary country | AU |
All codes: AU
Addresses
- AU2125 Dandenong Rd; Level 6; Clayton, Victoria 3168Primary
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People & contacts
4 employee profiles on record · names withheld.
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FAQ
How many people work at Discount Drug Stores?
324 counted staff profiles at January 2026. The brand's self-reported band sits above that count and is not published as a headcount.
Where does Discount Drug Stores have offices?
One address on record, Australia only. Primary: 2125 Dandenong Rd, Level 6, Clayton, Victoria 3168.
Has Discount Drug Stores raised funding?
None linked to this brand.
What does Discount Drug Stores list as its specialties?
Six tags on the brand's own list, among them health, alternative medicine and pharmacy.
Which companies are listed alongside Discount Drug Stores?
Eight peer profiles on record: Pharmacy 4 Less and Blooms The Chemist.