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See a prescribing pharmacist in Edmonton today, no doctor needed.
Skip the doctor's office. Acme Drug Mart is a pharmacist led care pharmacy in West Edmonton, and you don't need an appointment to be assessed or get a prescription. Walk in for refills, renewals and minor ailments. Alberta has the most expanded scope of practice for pharmacists in North America, so our pharmacist can assess, prescribe and treat in a single 15 minute visit, fully covered by Alberta Health Care.
What we can do
What can an Alberta pharmacist prescribe without a doctor's referral?
Pharmacists with additional prescribing authorisation in Alberta can assess and treat 30+ minor conditions on the same visit, including UTIs, yeast infections, cold sores, allergies, contraception and smoking cessation, and can order common lab tests when needed. Alberta Health Care covers the assessment for residents with a valid health number.
- Prescribe for minor ailments
- Renew or extend prescriptions
- Adapt prescriptions
- Prescribe contraception
- Prescribe travel vaccines
- Smoking cessation medications
- Administer injections
- Provide Schedule 1 medications
Conditions we treat
Walk in for any of these.
Most visits take 10 to 20 minutes, and you leave with a prescription in hand or, when needed, a referral to a doctor.
- Urinary tract infections
- Yeast infections
- Cold sores
- Allergies and hay fever
- Acid reflux and heartburn
- Acne (mild to moderate)
- Eczema and dermatitis
- Headaches and migraines
- Hemorrhoids
- Smoking cessation
Want the details first? Read how we handle UTIs, strep throat, pink eye, cold sores, yeast infections, acid reflux, allergies, eczema and headaches and migraines. We also prescribe birth control, help with emergency contraception and renew prescriptions when you can't reach your doctor.
Condition guides
Everything our prescribing pharmacist can help with.
Pick a condition to see what we can prescribe, how a visit works and when you should see a doctor instead. Each guide is written by our pharmacy team in West Edmonton.
Infections
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UTIs and bladder infections
We can assess an uncomplicated bladder infection and prescribe antibiotics on the same visit.
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Strep throat
Sore throat and fever? How we test for strep and when we can prescribe antibiotics.
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Pink eye
Red, itchy or crusty eyes. What we can treat without a doctor visit, and when you need one.
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Cold sores
Antivirals work best when you start early, so walk in at the first tingle.
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Yeast infections
Treatment for uncomplicated yeast infections, and when it might be something else.
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Stomach, skin and everyday symptoms
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Acid reflux and heartburn
What your pharmacist can prescribe when antacids aren't doing enough.
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Heartburn vs GERD
How to tell occasional heartburn from GERD, which medicines help and when to see a doctor.
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Seasonal allergies
From antihistamines to nasal sprays, and when to ask us for a prescription.
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Eczema and dry skin
Prescription creams, the right moisturizer and help managing flares through Edmonton winters.
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Headaches and migraines
Tension headache or migraine, which pain relievers to use and when to see a doctor.
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Asthma inhalers
Inhaler types, proper technique and how your pharmacist can help.
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Birth control and sexual health
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Birth control
Get birth control prescribed by your pharmacist in a private consultation, no doctor visit needed.
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Plan B
On our shelf with no prescription needed. We can also prescribe ella.
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Plan B vs ella vs copper IUD
How long each one works, why body weight matters and what each costs.
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Mirena, Kyleena and Jaydess
How the three hormonal IUDs compare in size, hormone dose and years of use.
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Prescriptions and ongoing care
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Prescription renewals
Out of refills and can't reach your doctor? We can renew many ongoing prescriptions.
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Medication reviews
A full review of your medications to catch interactions and simplify your routine.
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Quit smoking
Prescription and nicotine replacement options, with follow up from your pharmacist.
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Finasteride for hair loss
Cost in Canada, side effects and how pharmacist prescribing works in Edmonton.
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Weight loss medication
Ozempic, Wegovy and Mounjaro, assessed and prescribed by your pharmacist.
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Travel vaccines and shots
Travel vaccines and advice, plus flu, COVID-19 and shingles vaccines.
Read the guide
Not sure what we can do?
West Edmonton
A prescribing pharmacist near you in West Edmonton.
We're at Unit 103, 15508 87 Avenue NW in Meadowlark, with free parking right outside. That's close to Lynnwood, Callingwood, Jasper Place and La Perle. We're open Monday 9 to 5, Tuesday to Friday 9 to 6 and Saturday 11 to 5. Call (780) 443-0202 if you'd like to book a time. If you'd rather not wait for your medication, we deliver it free anywhere in Edmonton.
How it works
A 15 minute pharmacist consultation, start to finish.
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Walk in or call to book.
No referral needed. Our pharmacist meets you in our private consultation room.
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Discuss symptoms or prescription needs.
The pharmacist asks targeted clinical questions, the same framework a family doctor would use.
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Receive treatment or referral.
Most patients leave with a prescription in 10 to 20 minutes. If your case is outside our scope, we refer you to a doctor and explain why.
Cost
Fully covered by Alberta Health Care.
Pharmacist assessments are fully covered by Alberta Health Care if you have a valid Alberta Health Number. There is no out-of-pocket fee for the visit. If a prescription is dispensed, only standard medication costs apply.
Common questions
Prescribing pharmacist FAQ.
What can a prescribing pharmacist treat in Alberta?
Alberta pharmacists with additional prescribing authorization can assess and treat over 30 minor conditions including UTIs, yeast infections, cold sores, allergies, acid reflux, acne, eczema, headaches, and more. At Acme Drug Mart in Edmonton, most visits take 10 to 20 minutes and you leave with a prescription in hand.
Do I need an appointment to see a prescribing pharmacist?
No appointment is needed. You can walk in to Acme Drug Mart during pharmacy hours. The pharmacist meets you in a private consultation room for assessment and prescribing.
How much does a pharmacist prescribing visit cost in Edmonton?
Pharmacist assessments are fully covered by Alberta Health Care if you have a valid Alberta Health Number. There is no out-of-pocket fee for the visit. If a prescription is dispensed, only standard medication costs apply.
Can a pharmacist prescribe antibiotics in Alberta?
Yes. In Alberta, pharmacists with additional prescribing authorization can prescribe antibiotics for qualifying minor conditions such as uncomplicated urinary tract infections and strep throat. No doctor referral is required.
How long does a prescribing pharmacist visit take?
Most visits at Acme Drug Mart take 10 to 20 minutes from start to finish. You walk in, discuss your symptoms in a private consultation room, and leave with a prescription or referral.
Can I book a private consultation with a pharmacist?
Yes. Call (780) 443-0202 to book a time, or just walk in during pharmacy hours. Every assessment happens in our private consultation room, and there is no fee for the visit with a valid Alberta Health Number.
Can a pharmacist renew my prescription in Alberta?
Often, yes. If you have run out of refills for an ongoing medication and can't get in to see your prescriber, our pharmacist can review your history and renew it so you don't go without. Here is how renewals work. Some medicines, like opioids and other controlled drugs, need your prescriber.
Ready when you are
See our pharmacist today.
Walk in Monday to Saturday during pharmacy hours, or call ahead so we can have the consultation room ready.