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Minor Ailments and Contraception Service (MACS)
As of June 1, 2023, pharmacists can provide a consultation, assessment, and prescribe for 21 minor ailments, emergency contraception, and birth control. We recommend you book an appointment on the provincial MACS booking system, or if you have a more immediate issue, you can come to one of our 3 locations for a walk-in appointment (please call ahead for availability). The 21 minor ailments we can help you with are:
- Allergies (allergic rhinitis)
- Cold sores
- Fungal infections
- Heartburn (acid reflux)
- Hemorrhoids
- Headaches
- Impetigo
- Pink eye (conjunctivitis)
- Shingles
- Sprains and strains
- Skin rash (dermatitis)
- Threadworms or pinworms
- Uncomplicated urinary tract infection
- Vaginal candidiasis (yeast infection)
- Indigestion (upset stomach)
- Itching, including from bug bites
- Menstrual pain
- Mild acne
- Nicotine dependence
- Oral fungal infections (thrush)
- Oral ulcers (canker sores)
- Allergies (allergic rhinitis)
- Cold sores
- Fungal infections
- Heartburn (acid reflux)
- Hemorrhoids
- Headaches
- Impetigo
- Pink eye (conjunctivitis)
- Shingles
- Sprains and strains
- Skin rash (dermatitis)
- Threadworms or pinworms
- Uncomplicated urinary tract infection
- Vaginal candidiasis (yeast infection)
- Indigestion (upset stomach)
- Itching, including from bug bites
- Menstrual pain
- Mild acne
- Nicotine dependence
- Oral fungal infections (thrush)
- Oral ulcers (canker sores)
The consultation and assessment service, emergency contraception and birth control are provided at no charge to residents of BC. Any other medications prescribed are subject to your Fair PharmaCare deductible. We have private counselling offices to ensure your privacy during your consultation. Book your appointment today!
