Common Ailment Prescribing
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Getting started
Please click the button below to schedule an assessment, and one of our Pharmacists will contact you.
Note: If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 9-1-1 immediately to access emergency services!
What can our pharmacists assess & prescribe for?
Acne
(Mild)
Allergic Rhinitis
(a.k.a. Seasonal allergies)
Aphthous Ulcers
(a.k.a. Canker sores)
Candidal Stomatitis
(Oral thrush) – A fungal infection within the mouth/throat.
Conjunctivitis
(Eye inflammation caused by allergies, bacteria or viruses)
Dermatitis
(Different causes of skin inflammation/irritation) – Including but not limited to certain infections, eczma, allergic reactions, etc.
Diaper Dermatitis
(a.k.a. Diaper rash)
Dysmenorrhea
(Pain/discomfort associated with menstruation) – a.k.a. “period cramps”
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
(a.k.a. Acid reflux or heart burn)
Hemorrhoids
(Blistering/inflammation in the anal region)
Herpes Labials
(a.k.a. Cold sores)
Impetigo
(Skin infection)
Insect Bites & Urticaria
(Urticaria = hives)
Musculoskeletal Sprains & Strains
Nausea & Vomiting
In pregnancy
Pinworms & Threadworms
(Parasite infections)
Tick Bites & Lyme Disease Prevention
(Post exposure prophylaxis – treatment after a tick bite)
Urinary Tract Infection
(Uncomplicated) – a.k.a. Bladder infection
Vulvovaginal Candidiasis
(a.k.a. Yeast infections)
Book an appointment today to get started!
Click here to schedule a consultation/assessment & receive guidance from our pharmacists.
Have questions about how Pharmacist prescribing works?
Click here to visit our FAQ section for more information.
How it works:
1. Schedule a time to chat.
Via phone or our online booking system, we’ll find a time to chat ASAP.
2. Attend your appointment.
Receive an assessment through discussions with our pharmacist.
3. Start feeling better!
Your pharmacist will develop an appropriate plan of action best suited for your situation.
Skip the waiting room & see our pharmacists for your common ailment concerns.
Rockway Pharmacy is proud to offer assessment & prescribing services (if a prescription is necessary) for various medical conditions. Our pharmacists have taken additional training to be able to assess and prescribe for common ailments, like your physician would, just in the comfort of your home pharmacy.
Frequently asked questions
Are Pharmacists qualified to prescribe medication?
Absolutely! Pharmacists go through intensive training to become medication experts before they begin practicing. In terms of prescribing medications; Pharmacists have been prescribing medications for many years, however, now the rules are expending to authorize pharmacists more types of ailments that they can prescribe for.
Overall, this helps increase your access to care to get safe and effective treatments.
Do I have to pay to see the Pharmacist?
As long as you have a valid health card, you do not have to pay. Pharmacist assessments are now covered by OHIP!
Will my prescription be covered by OHIP?
This depends on your age, drug plans, and a number of other factors. Although the coverage for these new pharmacy services has changed, your drug coverage should not be impacted by this increase in Pharmacist scope.
To receive a more personalized answer, please reach out and speak with our team who will be able to provide you with more information.