SHOPPERS DRUG MART Plains Road East

Physical Clinic•Pharmacies

In-Person

503 Plains Rd East, Burlington, ON

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905-632-3365

503 Plains Rd East

Burlington, ON, L7T 2E2

About

Shoppers Drug Mart on Plains Road East in Burlington, Ontario offers a broad range of pharmacy and health services to patients in the L7T area and surrounding communities. Whether you are picking up a prescription, managing a chronic condition, or looking for guidance on a minor health concern, this location is set up to help.

The pharmacy team handles medication dispensing and can assist with questions about drug interactions, dosage, and ongoing treatment plans. Beyond filling prescriptions, the pharmacists here are authorized to assess and treat a number of common conditions directly, which can save patients a trip to a clinic. These include urinary tract infections, cold sores, skin rashes, pink eye, strep throat, vaginal yeast infections, and more. Getting assessed and treated in one visit is a practical option for people with busy schedules.

Vaccination services are a significant part of what this location provides. Patients can receive flu shots, COVID-19 vaccines, shingles vaccinations, and immunizations for hepatitis A, hepatitis B, HPV, meningitis, pneumonia, RSV, tetanus, and yellow fever. Travel health consultations are also available for those preparing for international trips who need destination-specific vaccine advice.

Screening and monitoring services include blood pressure testing, glucose and blood sugar checks, A1C testing for diabetes management, and cholesterol and lipid checkups. These are useful for patients keeping an eye on cardiovascular or metabolic health between doctor visits.

The pharmacy also supports patients dealing with conditions like acne, dandruff, nail fungus, ringworm, athletes foot, jock itch, insect and tick bites, hemorrhoids, and skin infections. Additional services cover contraception counseling, the morning after pill, erectile dysfunction, quitting smoking support, sleep concerns, headache management, and reflux or heartburn diet consultations.

Located at 503 Plains Road East near the Plains and Waterdown Road corridor in Burlington, this Shoppers Drug Mart is accessible for residents across north Burlington and the Aldershot area. The store is currently operational, and patients can confirm hours and service availability directly through the Shoppers Drug Mart store locator online.

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.