
Minor Ailments

Minor Ailments
At Sones Pharmacy, we’re excited to offer a new level of convenience and care for minor ailments. Thanks to recent regulatory changes, pharmacists in Ontario are now authorized to prescribe for a range of minor ailments, making it easier than ever to get the relief you need. From allergies to urinary tract infections and skin irritations, our experienced pharmacists are equipped to assess your symptoms and provide personalized recommendations which may include a prescription right here in our pharmacy. No more waiting for a doctor’s appointment – just stop by Sones Pharmacy for quick and convenient relief. Trust us to be your trusted partner in managing your minor ailments and keeping you and your family healthy and happy.
Conditions that can be prescribed for are:
UTI's
(Urinary Tract Infections)
You may experience some of the symptoms below:
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Frequent urination, pain while urinating and difficulty holding in urine
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Pain in lower abdomen and a small amount of blood in the urine
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Absence of vaginal discharge
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Cloudy or foul-smelling urine
NOTE: Pharmacists can only assess and prescribe for Females.
COVID-19 (Paxlovid)
To obtain a Paxlovid prescription, please review the steps below:
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You must have tested positive for COVID-19.
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Determine your eligibility to receive a Paxlovid prescription. Please visit the government of Ontario website HERE for eligibility details.
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Book a virtual appointment or a phone consultation to get assessed by a Pharmacist and receive a prescription for Paxlovid.
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Your Pharmacy team will coordinate with you how to receive the prescription.
Pinworms and Threadworms
You may experience some of the symptoms below:
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Detection of worms in stool or near anus
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Anal itching, especially at night
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Restless sleep
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There may be itching in your vaginal area if adult worms move there
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Feeling irritable and having trouble concentrating
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Abdominal pain that comes and goes

