Pharmacist Prescribing Services
Saskatchewan
Since 2011, pharmacists in Saskatchewan have been prescribing medications for a number of minor ailments plus contraceptives and travel health medicines.
A pharmacist may only prescribe mediation if the patient’s self-diagnosis is reasonable based on the pharmacist’s assessment and if the best treatment option is a prescription medication (schedule 1).
Appointments
Walk-in appointments are available. Or to schedule an appointment contact your local London Drugs.
Availability of specific minor ailment prescribing services may vary.
Minor Ailments/Illnesses & Vaccinations
Acne, mild
Acne, pimples, blackheads, whiteheads, zits
Atopic dermatitis
Eczema, contact dermatitis, seborrheic dermatitis
Bacterial skin infections
Impetigo, folliculitis, pyoderma, school sores, hot tub rash, Barber’s itch
Canker sores
Canker sores, aphthous ulcers
Cold sores
Cold sore, fever blister, herpes labialis
Diaper rash
Diaper rash (contact irritant, candidal
Fungal skin infections
Athlete’s foot, jock itch, ring worm
Insect bites and stings
Bbug bites and stings
Nail fungus infection
Toenail fungus
Allergies, seasonal
Hay fever, seasonal allergies
Conjunctivitis (inflammation of the eye)
Pink eye, allergy eye
Headache
Headache, tension headache, migraine
Muscle strains and sprains
Muscle pain, sore or stiff muscles
Painful periods
Menstrual cramps, painful periods, PMS, dysmenorrhea
Contraception
*See Contraception section
Cystitis: acute, uncomplicated
UTI, urinary tract infection, bladder infection, cystitis
Erectile dysfunction
Impotence, ED
Painful periods
Menstrual cramps, painful periods, PMS, dysmenorrhea
Sexually transmitted infections
Recurrent genital herpes (men and women)
Acid reflux
Acid reflux, heartburn, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)
Nausea and vomiting
Nausea and vomiting in pregnancy
Canker sores
Canker sores, aphthous ulcers
Cold sores
Cold sore, fever blister, herpes labialis
Oral thrush
Oral thrush, oral yeast infection, oral fungal infection, Oropharyngeal candidiasis
Allergies, seasonal
Hay fever, seasonal allergies
Conjunctivitis (inflammation of the eye)
Pink eye, allergy eye
Tobacco cessation
Quit smoking, tobacco cessation
Oral hormonal contraceptives
“the pill”, birth control pill, combination pill, mini-pill
Injection contraceptives
Birth control injection, depo shot
Vaginal contraceptive ring
Vaginal ring
Transdermal contraceptive patch
Contraceptive patch
Emergency contraception
Morning-after pill
- Cholera
- Diphtheria
- Haemophilus influenza Type B
- Hepatitis A
- Hepatitis B
- Herpes Zoster (shingles)
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV)
- Meningococcal disease
- Mumps
- Pertussis
- Pneumococcal disease
- Polio
- Rubella
- Seasonal Influenza
*Require the pharmacist to have International Society of Travel Medicine (ISTM) certification before prescribing. Available at our Lakeside, Saskatoon location only
- Cholera
- European Tick-Bourne Encephalitis
- Japanese encephalitis
- Rabies
- Typhoid
- Malaria
- Altitude illness
- Yellow fever
Frequently Asked Questions
There is no charge to the patient for the assessment. The prescription will follow the same coverage criteria as doctor prescribed medications including government or private payers.
Pharmacists in Saskatchewan with additional training can prescribe medications. Other areas of Canada have different regulations for pharmacists who prescribe.
Yes, pharmacists are medication experts with years of training for the safe uses of medications. They complete additional mandatory training on the processes and standards before they can offer this service.
Yes, you can still see a doctor, nurse practitioner, or other health care providers for these medications. Pharmacists are additional prescribers available to the public.
There will be a combination of walk-in times and booked appointments available. Walk-in appointments may be limited depending on staffing and current prescription wait times. Please contact your local London Drugs for available appointment times and conditions treated.
The pharmacist will assess each situation and will make a clinical decision based on the patient’s symptoms as well as risk factors for complications. If any red flags are discovered, or if further assessment by a doctor is required, patient’s will be asked to contact their family doctor office, walk in clinic, virtual clinic, rapid access centre, hospital, etc.
The pharmacist will arrange to follow up with you after you receive your prescription. If the treatment is not working, they will advise you of next steps.
No, the pharmacist must assess the patient directly to determine if a prescription is appropriate.
