Here are the answers to the questions we get asked most often: prescription renewals and transfers, vaccination, home care equipment rental, chronic disease follow-up and more.
As of December 9, 2026, a pharmacist can renew a prescription without the six-month limit that used to apply, based on their clinical judgment. The rollout is happening gradually from one pharmacy to the next, so check directly with Pharmacy Simona Marcus to find out if this service is already available for your medication.
You can request a renewal through the Telus Pharmaconnect app, available on the App Store and Google Play. Enter the activation code provided by the pharmacy, then select the prescription to renew directly from your phone, whether you’re in Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue, Vaudreuil or Île-Perrot.
The activation code isn’t generated automatically: you need to request it in person at Pharmacy Simona Marcus. Once you have it, you enter it only once in the Pharmaconnect app to link your file and activate online renewals.
Yes, simply call the pharmacy at 514 457-8599 to make your renewal request directly by phone. The Pharmaconnect app remains a convenient option for those who prefer to manage their requests online, but it isn’t required to renew a prescription.
The transfer happens without any interruption to your treatment: the pharmacy contacts your previous pharmacy directly to retrieve your file and active prescriptions. Just provide your name, date of birth and the name of your previous pharmacy at the counter or by phone.
A pharmacist can temporarily extend your prescription, with some exceptions to be assessed by the pharmacist, to avoid an interruption in treatment, even without consulting your doctor. Come to the pharmacy with your medication container or the exact name of your treatment so the pharmacist can quickly assess the situation and help you out.
The travel vaccination clinic recommends and administers the vaccines suited to your destination, whether it’s the Dominican Republic, Cuba or elsewhere, taking your itinerary and health status into account. The pharmacist also reviews which routine boosters (tetanus, hepatitis) you may still need based on your vaccination record.
Plan for a consultation 4 to 6 weeks before departure, ideally up to 8 weeks for a more complex trip. This lead time is needed because some vaccines require multiple doses or take 2 to 3 weeks to provide effective protection.
Yes, the vaccination centre at Pharmacy Simona Marcus offers the flu vaccine, as well as the shingles vaccine and others for seasonal illnesses. The service is offered on-site in Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue, with personalized follow-up from the pharmacist for patients who have questions about their immunization.
Yes, the vaccination centre administers the shingles vaccine, in addition to the flu vaccine. The pharmacist can advise you on the best time to get it based on your age and health history.
In Quebec, a pharmacist can prescribe and administer most vaccines starting at age 6. For the flu vaccine or travel preparation, the minimum age drops to 2, which allows young children to be vaccinated right on-site.
Yes, a qualified pharmacist can assess your travel health needs and prescribe and administer most of the vaccines recommended for your destination, without a prior medical appointment. That’s exactly the role of the travel vaccination clinic at Pharmacy Simona Marcus.
Pharmacy Simona Marcus rents crutches, canes, walkers, transport chairs and wheelchairs for a confident return home after surgery, an injury or a temporary loss of mobility. Equipment is selected directly at the counter, subject to availability.
It depends on your private or public insurance plan: many cover part or all of the rental cost upon presentation of a medical prescription and the pharmacy receipt. Always keep your receipt and confirm your exact coverage with your insurer before renting.
For a recovery period of a few weeks, renting remains the most economical option and avoids storing equipment you won’t need afterward. If the loss of mobility is permanent or the period stretches over several months, buying often becomes more cost-effective in the long run.
The rental period adjusts to your needs, whether it’s a few days after surgery or several months during a longer recovery. Let the pharmacy know the expected duration when you rent so they can confirm the exact terms.
Yes, Pharmacy Simona Marcus rents breast pumps to new mothers who want to try a model before buying one, or who only need one for a limited time. The rental is arranged directly at the counter, with no need to visit a specialty baby store.
Yes, Pharmacy Simona Marcus offers rigorous follow-up for diabetes and hypertension, with advice tailored to each situation. This personalized follow-up helps you better manage your medication day to day, without always having to book another appointment with a doctor.
Yes, Pharmacy Simona Marcus provides cholesterol follow-up as part of its chronic disease management. The pharmacist can adjust her advice based on your results and treatment, complementing the follow-up done by your doctor.
The pharmacist checks that you’re using your inhalers correctly, adjusts her advice based on how often you have symptoms, and can step in quickly if you have a flare-up. This personalized follow-up is part of the chronic disease management offered at Pharmacy Simona Marcus.
A small device connected to a cuff is fitted on your arm at the pharmacy, and you wear it for 24 hours while carrying on with your usual activities. The device measures your blood pressure automatically, and a blood pressure report is then sent directly to your doctor.
Yes. Renting an ABPM monitor requires a prescription from your doctor or a nurse. The device is simply returned to the pharmacy after the 24-hour measurement period, for an accurate picture of your day-to-day blood pressure.
A blood pressure monitor sold in stores measures your pressure at the moment you use it, while an ABPM test records your pressure automatically over a full 24 hours during your normal activities. The ABPM test gives a more accurate picture, especially for detecting masked hypertension or white coat effect.
As of December 9, 2026, a pharmacist can prescribe medication for a common health issue or start preventive treatment, in addition to adjusting an existing prescription. The exact scope of services still varies from one pharmacy to another as this change rolls out gradually.
Yes, a pharmacist can change the dosage or form of a medication, or substitute one medication for another in case of a side effect or interaction, without going back to your doctor. This power already exists ahead of the December 2026 regulatory changes, which will expand it further. Note that there are exceptions, so it’s best to check with your pharmacist.
Personalized follow-up means supporting each patient in the day-to-day management of their medication and health, with advice tailored to their situation rather than generic answers. This follow-up is offered alongside the prescribing and vaccination services available at the pharmacy.
Yes, you can come directly to the pharmacy or call 514 457-8599 to speak with the pharmacist about a question regarding your medication or a service. No appointment is needed for this type of quick consultation.
The pharmacy is open Monday to Friday from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. It is closed on Sunday. These extended weekday hours make it easy to stop by after work.
Yes, in addition to its Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue clientele, the pharmacy regularly welcomes patients from Vaudreuil and Île-Perrot, just minutes across the bridge. All services, from vaccination to free delivery, are available no matter where you’re coming from in the West Island: Ste-Anne-de-Bellevue, Senneville, Beaconsfield, Baie-d’Urfé, Pointe-Claire and more. Delivery, for its part, is offered throughout Vaudreuil-Soulanges, the Montérégie and the greater Montreal area.
Yes, home delivery of medication is free, with no extra fees or minimum amount required. Simply have your prescription prepared at the pharmacy and request delivery, whether you’re in Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue, the Vaudreuil-Soulanges area, the West Island, Montreal and beyond.
