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Shingles

Shingles can be assessed by a BC pharmacist. People often notice painful rash on one side, blisters in a band. A pharmacist may prescribe if appropriate.

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How it works

  1. Answer a few questions

    A short questionnaire, one question at a time. You can leave and come back.

  2. A licensed clinician reviews it

    A pharmacist or a BC-licensed doctor reviews your answers. Nothing is prescribed on this page.

  3. A licensed pharmacy can fill it

    If a prescription is appropriate, a licensed pharmacy in British Columbia can fill it.

Common symptoms

  • Painful rash on one side
  • Blisters in a band

Who can use this

This is for people in British Columbia. The youngest age in this assessment is 18.

When to see a doctor

Call 911 in an emergency. If symptoms feel life-threatening, call 911. If symptoms are severe or getting worse quickly, see a doctor today. If you have fever with a spreading or painful rash, see a doctor today.

What a clinician can do

A pharmacist can assess shingles and may prescribe a tablet if appropriate.

Cost

BC minor-ailment assessments are covered for eligible BC residents with a BC health card (MSP). PharmaCare and most private plans are billed directly. You approve any cost before you are charged.

Free delivery, usually 1–3 business days, with tracking

Questions

Who can use the Shingles assessment?
This is for people in British Columbia. The youngest age in this assessment is 18.
When should I see a doctor instead of using the Shingles page?
Call 911 in an emergency. If symptoms feel life-threatening, call 911. If symptoms are severe or getting worse quickly, see a doctor today. If you have fever with a spreading or painful rash, see a doctor today.
How does the Shingles request work?
1. Answer a few questions. A short questionnaire, one question at a time. You can leave and come back. 2. A licensed clinician reviews it. A pharmacist or a BC-licensed doctor reviews your answers. Nothing is prescribed on this page. 3. A licensed pharmacy can fill it. If a prescription is appropriate, a licensed pharmacy in British Columbia can fill it.
What does the Shingles assessment cost?
The cost is in the Cost section on this page.
Can a pharmacist prescribe for Shingles?
A pharmacist can assess shingles and may prescribe a tablet if appropriate.
Where else can I go from the Shingles page?
You can move a prescription, request a refill, renew a prescription, see a BC doctor, open pharmacist care, or read about our pharmacies.

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