Minor Ailment Prescriptions in Seaforth — Free with OHIP

Since 2023, Ontario pharmacists can assess and prescribe treatment for 19 common conditions — no doctor's appointment needed. The assessment is free with your Ontario health card, and most prescriptions can be filled on the spot in the same visit. Walk into Keating's Pharmacy at 67 Main St S or call (519) 527-1990.

What our pharmacists can treat

Ontario pharmacists can assess and prescribe treatment for all 19 of these common conditions.

Pink Eye

A pharmacist can assess your eye and prescribe antibiotic drops for bacterial pink eye when appropriate — no clinic wait.

UTI

For uncomplicated bladder infections in women, a pharmacist can assess symptoms and prescribe antibiotics when appropriate — all in one visit.

How it works

  1. Walk in or call ahead.

  2. Private assessment with the pharmacist (about 15–20 minutes).

  3. If treatment is appropriate, the prescription is written and filled on the spot.

  4. If symptoms point to something beyond a minor ailment, the pharmacist refers you to the right care.

What it costs

The assessment is free with a valid Ontario health card — the province covers it. You pay only for the medication if one is prescribed, covered by most drug plans and ODB as usual.

When to see a doctor instead

Fever or chills, severe pain, vision changes or eye pain, blood in urine, symptoms in infants, or conditions that keep coming back — the pharmacist screens for these during the assessment and will refer you.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need an appointment?

No — walk-ins welcome during business hours; calling ahead at (519) 527-1990 can shorten the wait.

Is it really free?

Yes — with a valid Ontario health card the assessment is covered by the province; you pay only for medication if prescribed.

Can the pharmacist prescribe antibiotics?

Yes, for eligible conditions — e.g., antibiotic eye drops for bacterial pink eye or antibiotics for an uncomplicated UTI — when the assessment supports it.

What should I bring?

Your Ontario health card, a list of current medications, and allergy information.

Skip the Clinic Wait

Call (519) 527-1990 or visit 67 Main St S, Seaforth.