Prescribing Pharmacist for Minor Ailments
Common Health Conditions We Can Treat
Our pharmacist can assess many common health conditions and prescribe treatment when appropriate. Select below to see how we can help.
View All Conditions We Can Assess and Prescribe Treatment For
- Acid reflux (GERD)
- Acne
- Calluses and corns
- Canker sores
- Cold sores
- Dandruff
- Dermatitis, including eczema and allergic or contact dermatitis
- Diaper rash
- Dry eye
- Hay fever and seasonal allergies
- Head lice
- Hemorrhoids
- Impetigo
- Insect bites and hives
- Jock itch
- Menstrual cramps
- Mild headache
- Nasal congestion
- Nausea and vomiting during pregnancy
- Oral thrush
- Parasitic worms, including pinworms and threadworms
- Pink eye
- Ringworm
- Sprains and strains
- Tick bites and treatment to help prevent Lyme disease
- Uncomplicated urinary tract infections
- Warts
Treatment is based on the pharmacist’s assessment. Some symptoms may require referral to a doctor or another healthcare provider.
Minor ailments are described as health conditions that can be managed with minimal treatment and/or self-care strategies. Additional criteria include:
- 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
Call Us to Book an Appointment
Walk-ins are also welcome.
What to Expect
Skip the wait for a doctor’s appointment. Our pharmacist can assess eligible minor ailments and, when appropriate, prescribe treatment during the same visit.
Our pharmacist will:
- Review your symptoms and medical history
- Check your allergies and current medications
- Determine whether pharmacy treatment is appropriate
- Prescribe medication or recommend self-care when needed
- Refer you to another healthcare provider if further assessment is required
