See a licensed Ontario pharmacist about Impetigo from home. It is free with a valid Ontario health card, or $30 without, and you usually hear back within 24 hours.

What is Impetigo?

Impetigo is a common, contagious bacterial skin infection that causes sores and honey-coloured crusts.

Common signs

Red sores that burst and crust over
Golden or honey-coloured scabs
Itching around the sores

Can an Ontario pharmacist help with bacterial skin infection?

Yes - bacterial skin infection is one of the minor ailments an Ontario pharmacist can assess and, when appropriate, treat. With Pharmly, a licensed pharmacist reviews your online questionnaire and follows up within 24 hours - no appointment, referral or family doctor needed. Start a free bacterial skin infection assessment.

Simple self-care

Keep the area clean and covered
Do not share towels; wash hands often
Avoid scratching to limit spread

When to see a doctor instead

See a doctor - or, for anything severe, go to the emergency department or call 911 - if the infection is spreading quickly or is widespread; you have a fever or feel unwell. Our questionnaire screens for these warning signs and points you to the right care.

What it costs

The assessment is free with a valid Ontario health card, or a flat $30 without. Any prescribed medication is billed at its usual price and may be covered by your drug plan.

Get treated for bacterial skin infection

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Impetigo in Ontario: symptoms, self-care and how to get treated