Minor Ailments Prescribing Flashcards
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Q
Starting January 2023, Ontario pharmacists can prescribe for:
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13 minor ailments including:
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)
2
Q
Starting Oct 2023, additional minor ailments that pharmacists can prescribe for include:
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Acne (mild)
Aphthous Ulcers (canker sores)
Diaper dermatitis
Vulvovaginal candidiasis (yeast infection)
Pinworms and threadworms
Nausea and vomiting of pregnancy
