SHOPPERS DRUG MART Quinpool

Physical Clinic•Pharmacies

6139 Quinpool Rd, Halifax, NS

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902-429-1700

6139 Quinpool Rd

Halifax, NS, B3L 4P6

About

Shoppers Drug Mart on Quinpool Road is a full-service pharmacy located at 6139 Quinpool Rd in Halifax, Nova Scotia, serving patients across the B3L area and surrounding west-end neighbourhoods. Whether you need a routine prescription filled or have a more immediate health concern, the pharmacy team here is equipped to help with a wide range of services under one roof.

One of the strengths of this location is the breadth of clinical services available beyond standard medication dispensing. Patients can access blood pressure testing, glucose and A1C testing, and cholesterol checkups, making it a practical stop for managing ongoing health conditions without always needing a separate clinic visit. Strep throat testing and treatment for common issues like urinary tract infections, pink eye, and skin rashes or eczema are also available, which can save patients time when dealing with something that needs prompt attention.

Vaccination services are a significant part of what this pharmacy offers. Flu shots, COVID-19 vaccines, shingles vaccination, and immunizations for hepatitis A, hepatitis B, HPV, meningitis, RSV, pneumonia, tetanus, and yellow fever are all available. Travel consultation is offered as well, which is helpful for anyone preparing for international travel and needing destination-specific vaccine advice.

For everyday health concerns, the pharmacy provides guidance and treatment options for things like acne, cold sores, canker sores, dandruff, nail fungus, athlete's foot, jock itch, ringworm, insect bites, and digestive issues including reflux, heartburn, and indigestion. Support is also available for those looking to quit smoking, manage sleep difficulties, or address reproductive health needs such as contraception, the morning after pill, and premenstrual symptoms.

Morning sickness, muscle pain, headache management, hemorrhoids, and oral or vaginal fungal infections round out a list of services that reflects how much a community pharmacy can genuinely support day-to-day health. The Quinpool Road location is operational and accessible for Halifax residents looking for convenient, professional pharmacy care close to home.

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.