Shoppers Drug Mart

Physical Clinic•Pharmacies

In-Person

41 Railway Ave West, Drumheller, AB

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403-823-5955

41 Railway Ave West

Drumheller, AB, T0J 3R0

About

Shoppers Drug Mart on Railway Avenue West in Drumheller, Alberta is a full-service pharmacy serving residents across the T0J postal area and the surrounding Badlands communities. Whether you are picking up a prescription, managing a chronic condition, or dealing with something that came up unexpectedly, this location offers a wide range of healthcare services under one roof.

The pharmacy team can help with everyday medication needs as well as more involved health concerns. Patients can access blood pressure testing, glucose and A1C checks, and cholesterol screenings, which are practical tools for anyone keeping an eye on their long-term health. Strep throat testing and UTI treatment are available for those moments when you need answers and relief without a long wait. If you are heading somewhere new, travel consultations and vaccines including Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Yellow Fever assessment, and other travel-related immunizations can help you prepare safely.

Vaccinations for flu, COVID-19, shingles, RSV, pneumonia, meningitis, HPV, and tetanus are also offered, making it convenient for families and individuals to stay up to date in one familiar location. For example, a parent could bring in a child for an HPV vaccine and pick up a prescription refill in the same visit, saving a separate trip to a clinic.

Skin concerns like eczema, ringworm, nail fungus, acne, and cold sores can be assessed and treated here, as can common digestive issues such as reflux, heartburn, and indigestion. The pharmacy also supports patients dealing with sleep difficulties, muscle pain, headache management, and conditions like hemorrhoids or pinworms that people sometimes feel awkward bringing up elsewhere. Reproductive health services including contraception, the morning after pill, and premenstrual symptom support are available with discretion and care.

Drumheller is a smaller city, and having access to this breadth of pharmacy-based healthcare locally means fewer long drives for routine health needs. The location is operational and has received consistently solid feedback from the community. Whether your visit is planned or last-minute, this pharmacy is equipped to support a wide range of patient needs in a straightforward, accessible way.

Services Offered

Services

A1C Test

The A1C (HbA1c) test is a blood test that helps estimate average blood sugar levels over the past 2–3 months. This service provides access to A1C testing for diabetes screening and monitoring, based on clinical need and risk factors.

You’ll receive guidance on how to prepare (if any preparation is required), what your result indicates, and recommended next steps. If results suggest prediabetes or diabetes, you’ll be directed to appropriate follow-up care and management resources.

Acne Treatment

Medical procedures or therapies to reduce or eliminate acne.

Allergy Services

Diagnosis and management of allergic conditions.

Athletes Foot

Athlete’s foot is a common fungal infection that affects the skin of the feet, often causing itching, scaling, cracking, or burning between the toes. This service provides an assessment to confirm whether symptoms are consistent with athlete’s foot versus other causes of foot rash.

If appropriate, you’ll receive treatment recommendations such as antifungal options and practical self-care steps to improve comfort and reduce spread. You’ll also get guidance on hygiene and prevention to help lower the chance of recurrence.

Blood Pressure Testing

A procedure to measure the force of blood against artery walls, used to diagnose and monitor hypertension.

Canker Sores

Canker sores are small, painful ulcers inside the mouth that can make eating and speaking uncomfortable. This service offers an assessment to confirm that the sores fit typical canker sore patterns and to rule out other causes that may need different care.

You’ll receive recommendations for pain relief and mouth care, along with advice on common triggers and how to support healing. If symptoms are severe, recurrent, or atypical, you’ll be guided on next steps and appropriate follow-up.