No. Your Slimming is an educational site. We don’t sell medication, take payments, or arrange delivery. We explain how buying usually works in Canada so you can move with fewer surprises.
-
You complete an online intake or book a virtual/in-person visit.
-
A licensed prescriber reviews your history and decides if a drug is appropriate.
-
If appropriate, an e-prescription goes to a licensed Canadian pharmacy.
-
The pharmacy dispenses and either ships to you or holds for pickup.
Anything that skips the prescription step is a red flag.
Yes. In Canada these are prescription drugs. Honest rule of thumb: if a website says “no prescription needed,” leave.
Yes. Canadian pharmacies accept valid e-prescriptions. The pharmacy may call you to confirm details or discuss counselling points. A quick call now prevents problems later.
Look for a provincial pharmacy licence number and the name of the responsible pharmacist. Verify licences on your province’s college of pharmacists website. No licence or unclear address – don’t proceed.
Each pharmacy sets its own price and dispensing fee. You’ll see differences between chains, independents, and mail-order pharmacies. Ask for the total: drug cost + dispensing fee + taxes. Comparing totals is fair and, honestly, smart.
Coverage varies by province and plan rules. Many employer plans cover some options with prior authorization. Public plans often use strict criteria. Your pharmacy can run a test claim in minutes.
If a Health Canada-approved generic exists and your prescriber allows substitution, the pharmacy can dispense it. Generics have the same active ingredient and are usually lower cost. If there’s a medical reason for brand only, have that noted on the prescription.
Most Canadian pharmacies offer:
-
Standard shipping for tablets/capsules.
-
Cold-chain shipping for temperature-sensitive products (e.g., certain injectables) with insulated packaging and cool packs.
-
Local courier for same-day or next-day in many urban centres.
Rural areas may need extra time. Always ask for a tracking number.
Typical windows:
-
Standard: 2–5 business days.
-
Cold-chain: 1–2 business days to minimize time in transit.
-
Remote areas: add a few days, possibly a week.
Honest note: during peak seasons, storms, or carrier labour actions, delivery takes longer. Get a tracking number and build a 2–3 day buffer so you don’t run out.
Often yes, especially for temperature-sensitive or higher-value items. If you miss the courier, the package usually goes to a pickup location. Photo ID may be required. It’s inconvenient, but it protects you.
With insulated packaging and gel packs. Pharmacies schedule dispatch to avoid weekends and long carrier holds. If the box arrives warm to the touch or looks damaged, call the pharmacy before use – they know the stability window for that product.
Usually yes. Many people ship to an address where someone is present during the day. For pickups, carriers direct you to an official outlet. Avoid third-party mailbox services for cold-chain items.
Contact the pharmacy first. They can push the carrier and advise on next steps. If the drug is time-sensitive, ask about an emergency local fill or a re-ship. Don’t wait until the last dose.
Report it to the pharmacy immediately with photos of the label and packaging. Pharmacies handle carrier claims all the time. Policies differ, but documented issues are resolved faster than you’d expect.
Generally no. Canadian pharmacies cannot resell returned prescription drugs once they leave pharmacy control. For errors or damage in transit, the pharmacy will handle it under their policies.
Once dispensed, cancellation is rare. If the pharmacy hasn’t prepared the order yet, cancellation is usually possible. Call as soon as you decide.
Major cards are standard. Some pharmacies accept Interac e-Transfer. Direct billing to insurance is routine. Keep a card available for any co-pay and dispensing fee.
Yes. Pharmacies use plain packaging without drug names on the outer label. If you need extra discretion at work or shared housing, tell the pharmacy – they deal with this daily.
Yes. Ask the new pharmacy to transfer your prescription. Transfers between provinces are possible but can be slower. Keep a few extra days of medication during the switch.
It happens. Ask the pharmacy to check regional inventory, consider an equivalent strength, or partial fills. If the shortage continues, your prescriber can discuss alternatives. Set a refill alert so you’re not chasing stock at the last minute.
Your label shows remaining refills and expiry. Reorder when you have about a week left. For injectables, reorder earlier so cold-chain delivery can be timed to your schedule.
Any safety checks I shouldn’t skip?
-
Confirm drug, strength, dose on every refill.
-
Read the pharmacy leaflet – there’s often one practical tip you’ll use.
-
If you start a new medication and feel severe chest pain, trouble breathing, facial swelling, or sudden vision loss, call 911.
We don’t run comments or accounts. If you contact us, we see only what you send and we use it to reply. No newsletters by default. No data sale. See our Privacy Policy for details.
No. Our guidance is written for Canada – Canadian prescribers, Canadian licences, Canadian delivery rules. Cross-border purchasing brings different laws and risks.