Mild headache — Ontario pharmacist consult
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A pressing, band-like headache on both sides of your head? A pharmacist can assess it and recommend the right pain reliever and how often it is safe to use.
- Phone or video consult
- Free delivery
- Free with OHIP
Who this is for
Adults and children 12 and older with mild tension-type headaches. Migraine and sudden, new or severe headaches are referred to a doctor.
Common symptoms
- Pressing or tight band around the head
- Pain on both sides of the head
- Mild to moderate pain
- Neck or shoulder tightness
When we'll refer you instead
If any of these apply, we send you to the right care instead — no charge, no wait.
- Sudden, severe 'worst ever' headache
- Headache after a head injury
- Fever, stiff neck or confusion
- Weakness, numbness, vision or speech changes
- New headache after age 50
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