Elgin Drugs

WELCOME TO Elgin Drugs PHARMACY

MEDSCHECK

Are you taking multiple medications? Our pharmacist will review your medication

to ensure that you are safe and getting the most out of your medication. We

offer this service in the comfort of the patient's home.

BLISTER PACKS

We put medications in blister packs (used to separate doses) at no extra cost

(weekly or bi-weekly).

PRESCRIPTION TRANSFERS 

Transferring your prescriptions to us is quick and easy. 

Fill out a transfer request online to have your prescriptions transferred from

your last pharmacy.

Use the "Select-a-Service" drop-down.

PRESCRIPTION REFILLS

Submit your refill request online to easily order your prescription refills.

Use the "Select-a-Service" drop-down.

PRESCRIPTION RENEWALS

Have a pharmacist renew a prescription or provide you with a refill extension if

deemed appropriate, to help you avoid any interruptions.

PRESCRIPTION DELIVERY 

We offer free delivery for your prescriptions.

VACCINATIONS & IMMUNIZATIONS  

Our injection-certified pharmacists can administer most immunizations, travel

vaccinations and certain medications.

Click on the “Select-a-Service” dropdown above. 

(Flu vaccine, HPV, Shingles, COVID-19, COVID-19 + Flu, Other

vaccines/injections)

Free seasonal flu vaccine.

DIABETES COUNSELLING

 Help with the screening, education, and referral of patients with diabetes.

PHARMACY SMOKING CESSATION PROGRAM

Help to quit smoking, available for Ontario Drug Benefit recipients.

NALOXONE TAKE-HOME KITS

Free emergency response kits for opioid overdose.

HOME CARE SUPPLIES AND MOBILITY AIDS

Enjoy our wide selection of home care products which include compression socks,

geriatric products as well as mobility aids such as walkers, scooters, and

wheelchairs.

We offer safety equipment installation (bathroom safety equipment, stair lifts

etc.)

OVER-THE-COUNTER MEDICATION

Review or assessment of over the counter medications, natural health products,

or vitamins to ensure they are positively contributing to your health. 

Speak with one of our pharmacists.

SHARPS DISPOSAL PROGRAM 

Safe disposal of syringes, pen needles, lancets, insulin, pump infusion

supplies, and test strips.

MEDICATIONS RETURN PROGRAM

Safe disposal of expired or unused medications, creams, and inhalers.

MINOR AILMENTS

As of January 1, 2023, as per regulations your Elgin Drugs Pharmacy pharmacist

will be authorized and ready to prescribe medications for 13 minor ailments that

include:

Allergic rhinitis

Candidal stomatitis (oral thrush)

Conjunctivitis (bacterial, allergic and viral)

Dermatitis (atopic, eczema, allergic and contact)

Dysmenorrhea

Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)

Hemorrhoids

Herpes labialis (cold sores)

Impetigo

Insect bites and urticaria (hives)

Tick bites, post-exposure prophylaxis to prevent Lyme disease

Musculoskeletal sprains and strains

Urinary tract infections (uncomplicated)

Dispensing fee plus medication costs * prescribed medications may be covered by

OHIP

Speak with our pharmacy team to learn more about how we can help and the

services we have available to support you and your family.