Covid-19 Related Cough (Age 18+, COVID-19 Positive Test)

If you are experiencing difficulty breathing or severe symptoms of covid-19, please proceed to an emergency room.

If you are at risk of severe disease, or meet the criteria for PCR testing, it is recommended to get a PCR test as soon as you can. This is important because you may be eligible for early treatment to prevent severe disease if you test positive. More information is found here: https://www.nshealth.ca/coronavirustesting

Pharmacists can prescribe for an inhaler to help with Covid-19 symptoms for those patients who are 18 years of age and older who have tested positive for covid-19. The symptoms must have started within the past 14 days, with new/worsening/ongoing symptoms of a cough or shortness of breath.

There is no fee for this service with your valid Nova Scotia Health Card at Nova Scotia pharmacies and pharmacy clinics.