Not for emergencies. Call 911 for medical emergencies or 811 for non-urgent health advice.

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Insect bites & hives

Itchy welts that won't quit? Prescription antihistamines or steroid creams can shut down the reaction.

  • Seen within 1 hour
  • Free delivery
  • Free with OHIP

Common symptoms

  • Raised, itchy welts
  • Localized swelling
  • Red or warm skin

When we'll refer you instead

If any of these apply, we send you to the right care instead — no charge, no wait.

  • Swelling of lips/tongue/throat
  • Difficulty breathing (911)
  • Signs of infection (spreading redness, pus)

Other conditions we treat