A renewal starts with assessment
The pharmacist needs enough information to assess whether a renewal is appropriate. The medicine, condition, stability, monitoring, recent changes and follow-up plan can all matter.
Individual pharmacist assessment
Prescription Renewals
When no refills remain, a pharmacist can review the medicine, how it is being used, recent changes and whether a renewal or prescriber follow-up is needed.
At a glance
What this service covers.
Contact us to
- Review the prescription and current use
- Discuss relevant changes and monitoring
- Determine whether pharmacist assessment is appropriate
- Explain when prescriber follow-up is needed
What to know
Renewal is not automatic
Some prescriptions or situations require the original prescriber or another health professional. After reviewing the request, the pharmacist will tell you who needs to follow up.
Plan ahead
Contact the pharmacy before medication runs out. Assessment, prescriber communication, an appointment or product availability may require additional time.
Before you contact us
Have these details ready.
- The prescription or medicine name and how much remains
- Your Alberta Health Care number and insurance information
- Current medications, relevant monitoring, recent changes and prescriber details
Ready to get started?
Contact the pharmacy.
We can confirm availability, fees, coverage questions and whether an appointment is needed.