What is it?

Head lice are small, wingless insects that live on the scalp and feed on human blood. They are spread through head-to-head contact, so they are common in children. Head lice can cause itching and irritation, but they are not dangerous.

Can I be seen through Scripted for my head lice?

Yes, you can be seen through Scripted for your head lice. A pharmacist can assess your symptoms and recommend an over-the-counter or prescription treatment. If the pharmacist recommends a prescription medication, they can issue a new prescription for you.

What are the symptoms?

• Small, grayish-white eggs (nits) attached to your hair shafts.
• Small, moving insects crawling on your scalp.
• Itching, especially at the nape of your neck and behind your ears.

How is it treated?

There are over-the-counter and prescription treatments available for head lice.
Treatment typically involves applying a shampoo or cream to the scalp and leaving it on for a period of time.
After the treatment, you will need to comb through your hair to remove any remaining lice or nits.

What is it?

Lyme disease is a bacterial infection that is spread through the bite of an infected tick. The most common symptom of Lyme disease is a rash that appears at the site of the bite. Other symptoms can include fever, headache, fatigue, and muscle aches.

Can I be seen through Scripted for my Lyme disease?

Yes, you can be seen through Scripted for your Lyme disease. A pharmacist can assess your symptoms and recommend an antibiotic treatment. If the pharmacist recommends a prescription medication, they can issue a new prescription for you.

What are the symptoms?

• A circular rash that appears at the site of the bite.
• The rash may be red, pink, or bluish-purple.
• The rash may be warm to the touch.
• The rash may be accompanied by fever, headache, fatigue, and muscle aches.
  
  

How is it treated?

Lyme disease is treated with antibiotics. The sooner Lyme disease is treated, the better the outcome.

What is acne?

Acne is a skin condition affecting people of all ages but is most common in teenagers and young adults. Acne is a broad term for a few different skin blemishes including blackheads, whiteheads, or pustules just to name a few. Acne may also be referred to as “pimples” or “zits”, which commonly appear on your face, but may also appear on your chest and back.

What you should know

Our platform guides pharmacists to look at the answers you provide to our self-assessment questions to decide if you qualify to receive an emergency anaphylaxis medication.

We use evidence based guidelines and protocols to ask you the right questions that will assess whether it’s safe for your pharmacist to prescribe or if you should be referred to a doctor, nurse, or specialist.

Can I be seen through Scripted for my acne?

Individuals who are at least 18 years of age and present with classic symptoms of mild acne may be seen through Scripted for acne treatment.

Take a look at the eligibility summary below to see if you are a candidate or if you should be seen by a doctor:

Can be treated by a pharmacist:

• Men and Women
• Older than 18 years of age

Cannot be treated by a pharmacist:

• Large, solid, or painful bumps under skin
• Acne scarring is present
• Over the age of 20 with new onset of acne

Common Acne Symptoms include:

• Blackheads (open clogged pores)
• Whiteheads (closed clogged pores)
• Itching around the mouth
• Pimples or pustules (bumps on the skin that have pus at their tips)

What are cold sores?

Cold sores are small, fluid-filled lesions that form around the mouth or on the lips. The medical name for oral cold sores is ‘herpes labialis’. Cold sores can affect both men and women of any age, but the initial presentation typically occurs during childhood.

What you should know

What is it?

Hair loss is a common condition that can be caused by a variety of factors, including genetics, medical conditions, and medications. There are many different types of hair loss, and the treatment will vary depending on the cause.

Can I be seen through Scripted for my hair loss?

Yes, you can be seen through Scripted for your hair loss. A pharmacist can assess your symptoms and recommend a treatment option. If the pharmacist recommends a prescription medication, they can issue a new prescription for you.

What are the symptoms?

• Patches of hair loss on the scalp.
• Thinning hair all over the scalp.
• Complete hair loss (alopecia).

How is it treated?

The treatment for hair loss will vary depending on the cause. There are some over-the-counter and prescription medications that can help to promote hair growth. In some cases, surgery may be an option.