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Speak to a Pharmacist
About Your Concern

Pharmacists are authorized to prescribe
for minor ailments, following an assessment  made over the phone or in person 
  • Acne

  • Allergic rhinitis

  • Aphthous Ulcers (canker sores)

  • Candidal stomatitis (oral thrush)

  • Conjunctivitis (bacterial, allergic and viral)

  • Dermatitis (atopic, eczema, allergic and contact)

  • Diaper dermatitis

  • Dysmenorrhea

  • Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)

  • Hemorrhoids

  • Herpes labialis (cold sores)

  • Impetigo

  • Insect bites and urticaria (hives)

  • Tick bites

  • Musculoskeletal sprains and strains

  • Nausea and vomiting of pregnancy

  • Pinworms and threadworms

  • Urinary tract infections (uncomplicated)

  • Vulvovaginal candidiasis (yeast infection)

Minor Ailments

Minor ailments are described as health conditions that can be managed with minimal treatment and/or self-care strategies.

Usually a short-term condition

Lab results aren't usually required
Low risk of treatment masking underlying conditions
No medication or medical history red flags that could suggest a more serious condition
Only minimal or short-term follow-up is required

Additional criteria include:

Acne

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Conjunctivitis

Pink Eye

Red, Inflamed Eyes

Itchy or Gritty

Discharge

GERD

Acid Reflux

Heartburn, Burping

Hives - Insect Bites and Urticaria

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Pinworms and Threadworms

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Allergic Rhinitis

Itchy, Stuffy, Runny Nose
Itchy Eyes

Congestion

Post-Nasal Drip

Dermatitis

Skin Irritation or Rash

Itchy, Dry Skin

Hemorrhoids

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Tick Bites

Post-exposure prophylaxis to prevent Lyme disease

Urinary Tract Infections

Uncomplicated UTIs

Pharmacists can only assist female patients with this ailment

Aphthous Ulcers

Canker Sores

Diaper Dermatitis

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Herpes Labialis

Cold Sore

Fever Blister

Musculoskeletal Sprains and Strains

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Vaginal Yeast Infection

Vulvovaginal candidasis

Candidal Stomatitis

Oral Thrush

Dysmenorrhea

Menstrual Cramps

Impetigo

Skin Infection

Common in Children

Red Itchy Sores

Yellow Scabs

Pregnancy Related Nausea and Heartburn

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