Quit Smoking — With a Pharmacist in Your Corner
You don't need willpower alone.
Quitting smoking is one of the hardest things you'll do — and one of the most important. The good news: you don't have to do it alone.
At Imagine Health Pharmacy, our pharmacists are authorized to prescribe smoking cessation medications right here in the pharmacy. No doctor visit required. No long wait times. Just a one-on-one consultation, a personalized quit plan, and ongoing support for as long as you need it.
Every proven method, under one roof.
Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) — Patches, gum, lozenges, and inhalers to ease cravings and withdrawal. Available over the counter with pharmacist guidance on dosing and duration.
Prescription Medications — Varenicline (Champix) and Bupropion (Zyban) are clinically proven to double your chances of quitting. Our pharmacists can prescribe these directly — no doctor appointment needed.
Ongoing Support — We schedule regular check-ins to monitor progress, adjust your plan, and keep you on track. Most patients see us 4–6 times over 12 weeks.
More accessible than you think.
No appointment needed to start. Walk in and talk to a pharmacist today — or book a dedicated consultation for a deeper session.
Pharmacists can prescribe in Alberta. Under Additional Prescribing Authorization, our pharmacists prescribe Champix, Zyban, and NRT with full clinical oversight. Same medications, faster access.
Covered by most insurance plans. Many Alberta employer benefits and Alberta Blue Cross plans cover smoking cessation medications and pharmacist consultations. We'll help you check your coverage.
We're here every week. Unlike a one-off doctor visit, we see you regularly. That follow-up is what makes the difference between trying to quit and actually quitting.
Common Questions
Yes. In Alberta, pharmacists with Additional Prescribing Authorization (APA) can assess, prescribe, and manage smoking cessation therapy — including Varenicline (Champix) and Bupropion (Zyban). Both of our pharmacists hold APA certification.
The pharmacist consultation is free. Medication costs depend on your insurance coverage — many Alberta employer plans and Alberta Blue Cross cover smoking cessation prescriptions. We'll check your coverage during your first visit and give you a clear breakdown before you commit to anything.
We review your smoking history, previous quit attempts, current health conditions, and any medications you take. Then we build a personalized quit plan together — choosing the right combination of NRT, prescription medication, and follow-up schedule. The whole first visit takes about 20–30 minutes.
Most successful quitters have tried multiple times before it sticks. The difference with pharmacy-supported cessation is ongoing accountability — we see you regularly, adjust your treatment if something isn't working, and keep you motivated through the hardest weeks. You're not doing it alone this time.
No. You can walk into our pharmacy and start the process directly with our pharmacist. No referral, no waitlist. If we identify anything that needs physician involvement, we coordinate with the doctors at Imagine Health Centres — same building, same team.
A typical smoking cessation plan runs 12 weeks, with check-ins every 1–2 weeks. Some patients need longer support — especially for Varenicline, which can be extended to 24 weeks for better long-term results. We go at your pace.
Ready to quit? Let's talk.
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