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Minor Ailments

Did you know pharmacists in Saskatchewan can prescribe for minor ailments?

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A minor ailment is generally a condition that is less serious for which you can look after yourself and may not need to see your doctor. For some ailments, your pharmacist can provide you with a limited course of treatment with a prescription drug that may be more effective than an over-the-counter medication.

Minor ailments, besides being less serious, can also be self-limiting meaning that they only last for a short period of time. Many medications and remedies are available to you over-the-counter without a doctor’s prescription to help you treat these ailments yourself. Your pharmacist can continue to help you with selecting the most appropriate remedy or medication and is able to provide prescription drugs for some ailments such as:

    • Acne (Acne Vulgaris)
    • Canker Sore (Oral Aphthous Ulcer)
    • Cold Sore (Herpes Labialis)
    • Contact Dermatitis (Allergic or Irritant)
    • Diaper Rash (Diaper Dermatitis: Irritant and Candidal)
    • Eczema (Atopic Dermatitis)
    • Emergency Contraception
    • Erectile Dysfunction
    • Folliculitis
    • Fungal Skin Infections ie. Ringworm (Tinea Corporis), Jock Itch (Tinea Cruris), Athlete’s Foot (Tinea Pedis)
    • Genital Herpes (Herpes Simplex)
    • Headache (Tension-Type and Migraine: Acute and Primary)
    • Heartburn (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD))
    • Hemorrhoids
    • Hormonal Contraception
    • Insect Bites and Stings
    • Lyme Disease Prevention
    • Menstrual Cramps (Dysmenorrhea)
    • Musculoskeletal Strains and Sprains
    • Nausea and Vomiting of Pregnancy
    • Nicotine Cessation
    • Non-Bullous Impetigo
    • Oral Thrush (Oral Candidiasis)
    • Pink Eye (Conjunctivitis)
    • Pinworms (Enterobiasis Infection)
    • Seasonal Allergies (Allergic Rhinitis)
    • Shingles (Herpes Zoster)
    • Sinus Infection (Acute Rhinosinusitis)
    • Toenail Infection (Toenail Onychomycosis)
    • Urinary Tract Infection (Cystitis: Acute, Uncomplicated)

If over-the-counter remedies you have tried do not help, your pharmacist will help you assess your need for relief and may be able to provide a prescription drug that is a better option for you.