Pink Eye (bacterial, viral, or allergic)
Pink eye assessment and treatment with antibiotic or lubricating eye drops.
What We Treat
Pharmacists in Ontario can assess and prescribe medication for 28 different minor ailments:
Eyes
Dry Eye (xerophthalmia)
Relief for dry, gritty, or irritated eyes with lubricating treatments.
Genitourinary
Urinary Tract Infection (uncomplicated)
Urinary tract infection assessment and antibiotic prescription for adults.
Yeast Infection (vulvovaginal candidiasis)
Assessment and antifungal treatment for common yeast infections.
Mouth
Canker Sores (aphthous ulcers)
Painful mouth ulcers or canker sores; managed with topical soothing agents.
Oral Thrush (candidal stomatitis)
Fungal infection of the mouth (oral thrush) assessed and treated by pharmacists.
Cold Sores (herpes labialis)
Antiviral treatments for oral cold sores and outbreaks.
Respiratory Tract
Allergic Rhinitis
Seasonal or environmental nasal allergies (hay fever), treated with antihistamines or nasal sprays.
Nasal Congestion (viral rhinitis, rhinosinusitis)
Relief for blocked nose due to colds, flu, or allergies.
Neurological
Headache (mild, tension-type)
Management of tension, migraine, or other common headache types.
Musculoskeletal
Musculoskeletal Sprains and Strains
Minor joint or muscle injuries managed with NSAIDs or topical therapy.
Gastrointestinal
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD, heartburn)
Assessment for acid reflux, heartburn, and related indigestion symptoms.
Hemorrhoids
Relief for discomfort from swollen veins in the lower rectum or anus.
Nausea and Vomiting of Pregnancy
Safe management for morning sickness symptoms during pregnancy.
Pinworms and Threadworms
Intestinal parasite assessment and treatment for individuals and families.
Reproductive Health
Menstrual Cramps (dysmenorrhea)
Consultation for management of painful menstrual cramps.
Nausea and Vomiting of Pregnancy
Safe management for morning sickness symptoms during pregnancy.
Infectious Disease
Oral Thrush (candidal stomatitis)
Fungal infection of the mouth (oral thrush) assessed and treated by pharmacists.
Head Lice (pediculosis)
Diagnosis and treatment for parasitic infestations of the hair and scalp.
Cold Sores (herpes labialis)
Antiviral treatments for oral cold sores and outbreaks.
Impetigo (bacterial skin infection)
Contagious bacterial skin infection requiring assessment and antibiotic treatment.
Jock Itch (tinea cruris)
Fungal skin infection in the groin area treated with antifungal agents.
Pinworms and Threadworms
Intestinal parasite assessment and treatment for individuals and families.
Ringworm (tinea corporis)
Circular fungal skin infections treated with topical antifungals.
Tick Bite (prevention of Lyme disease)
Preventive prophylaxis for Lyme disease following a tick bite.
Urinary Tract Infection (uncomplicated)
Urinary tract infection assessment and antibiotic prescription for adults.
Yeast Infection (vulvovaginal candidiasis)
Assessment and antifungal treatment for common yeast infections.
Warts (verrucae - excluding face and genitals)
Common or plantar wart assessment and removal advice.
Skin
Acne (mild)
Treatment for typical mild outbreaks, including topical agents like retinoids, benzoyl peroxide, and salicylic acid.
Calluses and Corns
Treatment and advice for thickened areas of skin on feet or hands.
Dandruff (seborrheic dermatitis)
Scaling and itching of the scalp managed with medicated shampoos.
Dermatitis (atopic/eczema, allergic, contact)
Skin inflammation including contact, atopic, or seborrheic dermatitis.
Diaper Rash
Common infant diaper rash treated with barrier creams or mild topicals.
Head Lice (pediculosis)
Diagnosis and treatment for parasitic infestations of the hair and scalp.
Impetigo (bacterial skin infection)
Contagious bacterial skin infection requiring assessment and antibiotic treatment.
Insect Bites and Urticaria (hives)
Reactions to bug bites or hives managed with antihistamines.
Jock Itch (tinea cruris)
Fungal skin infection in the groin area treated with antifungal agents.
Ringworm (tinea corporis)
Circular fungal skin infections treated with topical antifungals.
Tick Bite (prevention of Lyme disease)
Preventive prophylaxis for Lyme disease following a tick bite.
Warts (verrucae - excluding face and genitals)
Common or plantar wart assessment and removal advice.
Women's Health
Menstrual Cramps (dysmenorrhea)
Consultation for management of painful menstrual cramps.
Nausea and Vomiting of Pregnancy
Safe management for morning sickness symptoms during pregnancy.
Yeast Infection (vulvovaginal candidiasis)
Assessment and antifungal treatment for common yeast infections.