How do I get extra medication for emergency?

Obtaining an Emergency Supply of Your Medication Even if it’s after-hours, call anyway and leave a message explaining the situation. If you cannot get in touch with your doctor or you are in immediate need of your medication, go to a nearby pharmacy and tell them you need an emergency supply.

Does Alberta health care cover prescriptions?

Alberta Health provides coverage for specialized prescription drugs, which includes services through: Outpatient Cancer Drug Benefit Program. Specialized High Cost Drug Program. Disease Control and Prevention – for the treatment of tuberculosis and sexually transmitted disease.

Does EI pay for prescriptions?

EI only provides money, it does not provide prescription drugs or other benefits.

What is an emergency supply of medication?

A pharmacist may provide up to three days’ emergency supply of a Schedule 4 (S4) medicine for a person or an animal without a prescription where satisfied that: the person or animal is under regular treatment with the medicine.

What is covered under Alberta Works?

The card covers premium-free Alberta Health Care, dental care, eye care and glasses, prescriptions, essential diabetic supplies and emergency ambulance services. Adults who leave income support may continue to receive health benefits through the Alberta Adult Health Benefit.

Does Alberta have a drug plan?

Alberta Aids to Daily Living, adult and child health benefit programs, drug and palliative care benefits, seniors benefits, benefit claims.

Does Alberta have a PharmaCare program?

New Alberta PharmaCare Model province is first payer after deductible is met; will include more than just drugs – also likely dental, paramedical, vision care etc.; and. individuals can purchase insurance against their deductible costs.

What if I can’t afford my prescriptions Canada?

Provincial and federal programs—helping with access and costs. Two programs exist to help you access medications that you may not be able get otherwise: BC’s PharmaCare Special Authority program and Health Canada’s Special Access Program.