Minor illness?
Get major relief.
Exciting update for Ontario residents! Our pharmacists are now authorized to prescribe medications for a range of minor ailments. These are typically short-term conditions that require minimal treatment and don’t require lab tests.
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TrinityRx pharmacists are here to evaluate your symptoms and provide prescriptions or alternative treatments. Our team also offers advice to help manage and prevent symptoms from coming back. With our expertise and availability, we can identify when a referral to a doctor or other healthcare provider is needed.
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Check out the list below to discover the minor ailments your TrinityRx pharmacist can assist with.
Acne
Acne is a common skin condition that causes pimples, blackheads, and cysts due to clogged hair follicles and oil glands.
Canker Sores
Canker sores are small, painful ulcers inside the mouth that can make eating and speaking uncomfortable.
Pink Eye
Conjunctivitis, or pink eye, causes redness, itching, and discharge in one or both eyes due to infection or allergies.
Diaper Rash
Diaper dermatitis, or diaper rash, is an irritation of the skin caused by prolonged contact with a wet or dirty diaper.
Heartburn and Indigestion
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a chronic condition where stomach acid flows back into the esophagus, causing heartburn and acid indigestion.
Cold Sores
Cold sores are fluid-filled blisters around the mouth caused by the herpes simplex virus, leading to itching and soreness.
Insect Bites and Hives
Insect bites cause localized itching and swelling, while hives are raised, itchy welts on the skin due to an allergic reaction.
Sprains and Strains
Sprains and strains are injuries to ligaments or muscles/tendons, causing pain, swelling, and reduced mobility.
Pinworms
Pinworms and threadworms are intestinal parasites causing intense itching around the anus, especially at night.
Yeast Infection
Yeast infections cause itching, burning, and a thick, white discharge in the vaginal area due to an overgrowth of yeast.
Allergic Rhinitis
Allergic rhinitis, also known as hay fever, is an allergic response causing itchy, watery eyes, sneezing, and a runny or stuffy nose.
Oral Thrush
Oral thrush is a yeast infection in the mouth, leading to white patches on the tongue, inner cheeks, and roof of the mouth.
Eczema / Skin Rashes
Dermatitis is a group of skin conditions causing red, itchy, and inflamed skin due to allergies, irritants, or genetics.
Menstrual Cramps
Dysmenorrhea refers to painful menstrual cramps occurring before or during menstruation, affecting daily activities.
Hemorrhoids
Hemorrhoids are swollen veins in the lower rectum or anus, causing pain, itching, and sometimes bleeding.
Impetigo
Impetigo is a highly contagious bacterial skin infection, resulting in red sores that rupture, ooze, and form a yellow-brown crust.
Tick Bites
Tick bites can transmit Lyme disease; post-exposure prophylaxis involves taking preventive antibiotics after a bite.
Pregnancy Nausea
Nausea and vomiting during pregnancy, often called morning sickness, are common symptoms affecting many pregnant women.
Urinary Tract Infections
Uncomplicated UTIs are infections in the bladder or urethra, causing a frequent urge to urinate and a burning sensation.