Pharmacist care for minor ailments in BC

How it works

1. Choose a condition

   Open the page that matches what you feel.

2. Answer a short questionnaire

   A pharmacist reviews the answers.

3. Next step

   A pharmacist may prescribe if appropriate, or suggest a doctor.

Skin

• Mild acne
• Eczema, skin rash, diaper rash, or dandruff
• Athlete's foot, jock itch, ringworm, or nail fungus
• Impetigo
• Hives, itchy welts or bug bites
• Shingles

Eyes and allergies

• Pink eye
• Seasonal or year-round allergies
• Cold sores

Stomach and digestion

• Indigestion
• Heartburn or acid reflux
• Hemorrhoids

Pain and muscles

• Mild to moderate headache
• Muscle or joint pain, sprains and strains

Women's health

• Period pain or cramps
• Bladder infection
• Vaginal yeast infection
• Emergency contraception
• Birth control

Mouth and cold sores

• Canker sores
• Oral thrush

Quit smoking

• Quitting smoking or vaping

Other

• Pinworms

See a doctor

• Weight management
• Hair loss
• See a BC doctor
• Prescription renewals

Questions

What is pharmacist care?

Pharmacists in BC can assess and, if appropriate, prescribe for common conditions and birth control. You approve any cost before you are charged.

Who can use pharmacist care?

People in British Columbia. Each condition page lists the age and sex limits from the assessment catalog.

How does it work?

Open a condition page, answer a short questionnaire, and a pharmacist reviews it. A pharmacist may prescribe if appropriate.

What does it 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.

What if this is an emergency?

Call 911 in an emergency. This service is not for emergencies.

Where else can I go?

You can move a prescription, request a refill, renew a prescription, see a BC doctor, open pharmacist care, or read about our pharmacies.