Assessing and prescribing for a minor illness by a pharmacist are covered by OHIP. There is no charge for this service when you bring in your Ontario Health Card to see the pharmacist for a minor illness at PharmaSense.

The cost of filling your prescription is covered by your regular insurance plan, or your normal method of payment.

To get an assessment for your minor illness, we recommend booking an appointment with our Pharmacist.

Complete the form on this page now to book your appointment, or call us at 905-901-1216.

Yes. As of January 1st, pharmacists in Ontario are able to prescribe for 13 minor illnesses/conditions.

Our pharmacists have completed specialized courses in minor illnesses and, combined with their many years of experience, are qualified to assess and prescribe medications for the 13 minor illnesses/conditions as set out by the Province of Ontario.

Pharmacists have a university degree in pharmacy and are required to complete continuing education programs in order to maintain their license to practice in Ontario.

They are constantly upgrading their skills and knowledge to provide you with the best care possible.

The Ontario Government has provided a list of 13 minor illnesses, plus 6 more as of October 1, 2023. Pharmacists can only prescribe for these 19 minor illnesses at this time:

hay fever (allergic rhinitis)

oral thrush (candidal stomatitis)

pink eye (conjunctivitis; bacterial, allergic and viral)

dermatitis (atopic, eczema, allergic and contact)

menstrual cramps (dysmenorrhea)

acid reflux (gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD))

hemorrhoids

cold sores (herpes labialis)

impetigo

insect bites and hives

tick bites (post-exposure prophylaxis to prevent Lyme disease)

sprains and strains (musculoskeletal)

urinary tract infections (UTIs)

Six additional minor illnesses are treatable by pharmacists starting October 1, 2023:

Acne (mild)

Aphthous Ulcers (canker sores)

Diaper dermatitis

Vulvovaginal candidiasis (yeast infection)

Pinworms and threadworms

Nausea and vomiting of pregnancy

Not always! The outcome depends on your assessment with the pharmacist.

If the pharmacist feels confident that the symptoms of your condition merit a prescription, the pharmacist will prescribe the appropriate medication for you.

However, in some cases, your symptoms may not meet the criteria for a prescription. In these cases, the pharmacist may recommend an over-the-counter product to treat your condition or, if it is more serious, refer you to your doctor or the HealthSense Medical Walk-In Clinic on-site.