Pharmacist Services – City Med Pharmacy

Get Your Prescription From a City Med Pharmacist

Pharmacists in Ontario are able to prescribe certain medications for different medical conditions known as “minor illnesses”. These are medical conditions that are short-term, require minimal treatment and don’t require lab tests.

City Med Pharmacists can assess and help you treat your symptoms with a prescription or alternative approaches and can recommend measures to help reduce symptoms and/or prevent them from occurring again. They are accessible and have the knowledge to recognize signs and symptoms that require referral to your doctor, other primary care provider or emergency facilities.

See below for a full list of minor illnesses your City Med Pharmacist can help treat.

Urinary Tract Infection

Urinary tract infections (or UTIs) are very common, especially among women. Bacteria causes the lining of the bladder and urethra to become red and irritated.

Pink eyePink eye

Pink eye (or conjunctivitis) is irritation and inflammation of the eye caused by allergies, viruses, or bacteria. The best treatment for pink eye depends on the cause.

Cold soresCold sores

The viruses that cause cold sores lie dormant until triggered by factors such as stress. Cold sores can be painful and cause unsightly sores on your lips and around your nose.

Yeast infectionYeast infection

Vaginal yeast infections are common and bothersome. Typical symptoms of a vaginal yeast infection include itching, irritation, and burning in the vaginal area.

Nasal allergiesNasal allergies

Sneezing, itchy eyes, runny and itchy nose, and congestion can be bothersome. If you suffer from hay fever, we can help you control your symptoms.

Oral thrushOral thrush

Oral thrush is an infection in the mouth that is caused by a yeast called candida that produces a thick, white coating on the tongue, the inside of the cheeks and lips, or gums.

Eczema and skin rashes

A Rexall Pharmacist can help you manage a skin rash such as eczema and contact dermatitis (from poison ivy or other sources).

Painful menstruation

Menstrual cramps (or dysmenorrhea) can become severe enough to interfere with your enjoyment of life. There are medications and non-medicated strategies that can help.

Heartburn and Indigestion

Heartburn and indigestion often occur together. Prolonged abdominal pain can cause long term harm, but can be prevented.

HemorrhoidsHemorrhoids

Nearly 50% of Canadians experience hemorrhoids by age 50. Hemorrhoids are the result of swollen and irritated veins. Medications are available to help relieve the discomfort.

ImpetigoImpetigo

Impetigo is a contagious skin infection that occurs mostly in infants and children and begins with red, itchy sores most often on the face.

Insect bites and hives

Insect bites can cause itchy bumps on the skin known as hives that can be quite uncomfortable. Your Rexall Pharmacist can help you find relief.

Tick bitesTick bites

Lyme disease is caused by bacteria that can be passed on to humans by a tick bite. Your Rexall Pharmacist can help you to prevent this potentially serious disease.

Sprains and strains

Sprains result from a stretch or tear of a ligament that connects one bone to another. Strains occur because of pulling or tearing of muscle fibres, for example in the leg.

AcneAcne

Acne is a condition that usually begins at puberty when the skin becomes more oily. If acne is not managed, it may lead to severe acne, which, in turn, may cause scarring.

Canker sores Canker sores

Canker sores occur inside the cheeks or lips, on the side of the tongue, on the soft palate, or on the floor of the mouth and last about 7-10 days.

PinwormsPinworms

Pinworms, also known as threadworms, are parasites that can cause itching in the anal area. Pinworm infestation is most common in children between the ages of 5 and 14 years.

Diaper DermatitisDiaper Dermatitis

Irritant diaper rashes, caused by infrequent diaper changes or harsh detergents, generally do not affect skin folds. Those caused by yeast infections can affect skin folds.

Nausea and vomiting in pregnancy

Nausea and vomiting or “morning sickness” occurs in about 60-80% of pregnancies. It occurs much more often in early pregnancy and usually resolves by the 20th week.

How it works

No appointment is necessary. Simply find a City Med Pharmacy near you or book an appointment now to speak to a Pharmacist about treatment, including prescriptions, for minor illnesses.