The College of Pharmacists and the Ministry of Health have just announced new measures in regards to medication refills during the COVID-19 pandemic. The highlights are summarized below.
Patients who require a refill of their regular medications do not need to visit a doctor or nurse practitioner for an updated prescription.
Instead, a pharmacist can provide patients with a refill or emergency supply of their medications. This also includes controlled drugs and substances such as opioid agonist therapy.
Important things to note:
Do not stockpile medications. You do not need more than a month’s supply. This is harmful to the drug supply and could put others at risk.
Do not visit a pharmacy in-person if: you are experiencing symptoms or are self-isolating
As always, talk with your pharmacist regarding what is best for your situation
For more information and updates you can visit bcpharmacists.org/COVID19
The official release from the College can be read below:
Stay safe everyone.
