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Diabetes and blood pressure support in Oshawa
Blood pressure checks, help with glucose monitoring, medication reviews and ongoing questions about diabetes and heart medications, from a pharmacist who knows your file.
Diabetes and blood pressure support
Support for diabetes and heart health medications
If you live with diabetes or take medication for blood pressure or cholesterol, the pharmacy is often the place you visit most. At Eastview Pharmacy you can have your blood pressure checked, get help learning to use a glucose meter, review how your medications fit your day and ask questions about side effects or timing.
The pharmacist can also go through your medications in a MedsCheck review, including the MedsCheck for diabetes. Readings taken at the pharmacy are a snapshot of one moment. They are most useful when you share them with your doctor or nurse practitioner, who looks after your overall plan.
Who this is for
People living with diabetes
Help with meters, test strips, lancets and how your diabetes medications are taken.
People monitoring blood pressure
A check at the pharmacy and tips on taking accurate readings at home.
Caregivers
Questions about a family member's medications and supplies are welcome, with their permission.
How it works
Here is what to expect at I.D.A. Eastview Pharmacy, step by step.
Ask at the counter
Ask for a blood pressure check or help with your meter when you are in, or call ahead at (905) 725-3594.
Talk with the pharmacist
The pharmacist asks about your medications and what you would like help with.
Check or demonstration
A blood pressure reading is taken, or the pharmacist shows you how to use your meter and log results.
Next steps
You get your reading or notes to share with your doctor, and a suggestion to book a MedsCheck if it would help.
What to bring
- Your glucose meter, strips and logbook or app
- Your home blood pressure monitor, if you have one
- A list of your medications
- Your Ontario health card and drug plan card
- Questions written down ahead of time
For a blood pressure reading, try to avoid caffeine, exercise and smoking for about 30 minutes before, and sit quietly for a few minutes first.
Visit the pharmacy
I.D.A. Eastview Pharmacy
573 King St E, Oshawa, ON L1H 1G3
(905) 725-3594
- Monday
- 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM
- Tuesday
- 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM
- Wednesday
- 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM
- Thursday
- 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM
- Friday
- 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Saturday
- 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
- Sunday
- Closed
Supplies and everyday items
Alongside the dispensary, our front store carries many everyday items people with diabetes and heart conditions use, and the team can order items that are not on the shelf. Ask the pharmacist about which supplies your drug plan may cover; coverage rules depend on your plan.
Pharmacy checks never replace the care plan you have with your doctor. If a reading is very high or you feel unwell, the pharmacist will tell you to seek medical care. For anything urgent, call 911. For everything else, call us at (905) 725-3594.
Talk to a pharmacist
Questions about diabetes and blood pressure support? Call or visit us at 573 King St E, Oshawa. Mon to Thu 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM, Fri 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Sat 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Sun closed.
Questions
Diabetes and blood pressure support: common questions
Still have a question? Call (905) 725-3594 or see all pharmacy questions and answers.
Can I get my blood pressure checked at the pharmacy?
Yes. Ask at the counter during opening hours. The pharmacist can take a reading and share tips for measuring at home.
Can the pharmacist help me use my glucose meter?
Yes. Bring your meter, strips and logbook, and the pharmacist can walk you through how to use it and record results.
Is there a MedsCheck for diabetes?
Yes. Ontario has a MedsCheck for people living with diabetes. Call (905) 725-3594 to ask about setting one up.
Does my drug plan cover diabetes supplies?
Coverage depends on your plan. Bring your plan card and the pharmacist can check what applies.
Should I share pharmacy readings with my doctor?
Yes. A pharmacy reading is one snapshot. Your doctor or nurse practitioner looks at your readings over time.
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