Pharmacists are critical to healthcare systems across Canada, and their traditional role is expanding.
Routinely consulted by patients and other healthcare professionals, pharmacists deliver a range of innovative services to benefit the health of Canadians.
Your pharmacy team at your local Co-op is here for you. They provide a wide range of important professional services that help put you on the path to better health.
Here are just some of the services your local Co-op Pharmacist can provide (follow the links for more detailed information):
Medication Reviews
Pharmacists provide medication reviews to increase adherence and compliance, avoid harmful interactions and identify unnecessary medications. Medication reviews include assessment, medication reconciliation, resolution of drug-related problems and a follow-up
and monitoring plan.
Flu Shots
The flu vaccine is a safe, effective way to help prevent illness and save lives. Co-op Pharmacists conveniently offer flu shots through scheduled appointments, and in some cases, on a walk-in basis.
Prescription Renewals
To avoid an interruption in your treatment, and working collaboratively with your prescriber, your pharmacist may be able to renew or extend a prescription when you have no refills remaining.
Compliance Packaging
Your Co-op Pharmacy Team can help you manage your complicated medication schedule by organizing your medications in convenient personalized packaging.
Vaccinations
Vaccination not only protects individuals, but others in the community by reducing the spread of preventable diseases. Co-op Pharmacists can administer most common vaccinations, including COVID-19, shingles, pneumonia, HPV and chickenpox.
Travel Health Consultations
Travel medicine focuses on maintaining the health and well-being of travellers. Pharmacists in many provinces can offer pre-travel advice on issues such as food and water safety or altitude sickness, as well as required vaccinations for individuals travelling abroad.
Minor Ailments Prescribing
Minor ailments are conditions you can look after yourself which may not require a doctor’s visit. Pharmacists can assess, diagnose, prescribe, and initiate medication therapy for common ailments and conditions in many provinces.
Prescription Compounding
Prescription compounding is the science of creating customized medications. Some pharmacists can create compounded medications by combining individual ingredients in the exact strength and dosage form required to meet the patient’s unique needs.
Smoking Cessation
Your pharmacist can help you assess your level of nicotine dependence and give you recommendations on how best to approach your quit attempt, whether through medications, counselling or other products.
Over-the-Counter Medication Consultations
Consulting with your pharmacist when you require over-the-counter medication helps you select the best medication for you and avoid harmful effects caused by drug interactions with your current medication therapy or medical conditions.
Chronic Disease Management
As medication experts, pharmacists have an impactful role in chronic disease management and intervention. Pharmacists are trained in clinical techniques, including educating patients to address underlying risks, providing medication regimen management, immunizations and performing targeted counselling using motivational interviewing techniques.
Prescription Transfers
Your prescriptions can be transferred from any pharmacy to the Co-op Pharmacy of your choosing in an easy phone call. Your Co-op Pharmacist can help you manage your pharmacy needs, even if you had been previously visiting a different pharmacy.
Co-op Pharmacists have a depth of knowledge and are committed to providing the best quality care and support to you and your family. We are your neighbours, and we are continually finding new ways to serve you. Visit your Co-op Pharmacy today!
