Ontario pharmacists are authorized to prescribe medications for 19 minor ailments that include:

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• Acne

• Allergic rhinitis

• Aphthous Ulcers (canker sores)

• Candidal stomatitis (oral thrush)

• Conjunctivitis (bacterial, allergic and viral)

• Dermatitis (atopic, eczema, allergic and contact)

• Diaper dermatitis

• 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

• Nausea and vomiting of pregnancy

• Pinworms and threadworms

• Urinary tract infections (uncomplicated)

• Vulvovaginal candidiasis (yeast infection)

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Minor ailments are described as health conditions that can be managed with minimal treatment and/or self-care strategies. Additional criteria include:

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• Usually a short-term condition

• Lab results aren’t usually required

• Low risk of treatment masking underlying conditions

• No medication or medical history red flags that could suggest a more serious condition

• Only minimal or short-term follow-up is required