Frequently Asked Questions

We’ll help you find the answers.

We’re answering some of the most frequently asked questions that we receive about our pharmacies! If you are in need of additional assistance please do not hesitate to contact your nearest Central Drugs location.

  • Do you offer prescription delivery?

    Yes – Central Drugs offers prescription delivery services to all of our patients. We know that oftentimes families are required to pick up medications and deliver them to their loved ones. Our free delivery service and recurring prescription blister packs help eliminate this burden, leaving families with more quality time to spend together. Simply call your local Central Drugs and ask your trusted pharmacist about our free delivery program.

  • Where are your pharmacies located?

    Central Drugs has seven convenient locations to serve you across Central Vancouver Island:

    • Dunsmuir – 250-753-6401, 495A Dunsmuir St., Nanaimo, BC, V9R 6B9
    • Dufferin – 250-716-0063, 101-1125 Dufferin Cres., Nanaimo, BC, V9R 2B5
    • Colvile – 778-441-5140, 102-1515 Dufferin Cres., Nanaimo, BC, V9S 5H6
    • Bowen – 250-758-7711, 2220 Bowen Rd., Nanaimo, BC, V9R 1H9
    • Pacific Station – 250-585-6178, 103-5160 Dublin Way, Nanaimo, BC, V9T 0H2
    • Brickyard – 250-751-2576, 6010 Brickyard Rd., Nanaimo, BC, V9V 1S5
    • Lantzville – 250-390-4423, 7186 Lanzville Rd., Nanaimo, BC, V0R 2H0

  • What is Specialty Prescription Compounding?

    Prescription compounding is a process where our pharmacists combine or alter a medication to suit our patient’s unique needs. This ensures that your medications are tailored to your exact set of circumstances, taking into account allergies and sensitivities, helping to reduce or eliminate side effects or altering the composition of the medication for children or even pets.

    Find out more about our Specialty Prescription Compounding services.

  • What services do you offer aside from filling prescriptions?

    • Home Health Care
    • Speciality Compounding
    • Blister Packing
    • Medical Reviews
    • Travel Consultations
    • Free Delivery of prescriptions and other pharmaceutical products

Each one of our locations is owned and operated by a pharmacist who cares about your health.

Meet Our Pharmacists

Dunsmuir Location

Pharmacy Manager:
James Saunders

495A Dunsmuir St.
Nanaimo, BC
V9R 6B9
Ph. 250-753-6401
Fax. 250-753-6487

Mon-Fri: 8:00am – 5:00pm
Saturday: 9:00am – 4:00pm
Sunday: Closed
Holidays: Closed

Colvile Location

Pharmacy Manager:
Taylor Reitmeier

102-1515 Dufferin Cresc.
Nanaimo, BC
V9S 5H6
Ph. 778-441-5140
Fax. 778-441-5141

Mon-Fri: 9:00am – 5:00pm
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
Holidays: Closed

Dufferin Location

Pharmacy Manager:
Sarah Mah

101-1125 Dufferin Cres.
Nanaimo, BC
V9S 2B5
Ph. 250-716-0063
Fax. 250-716-0005

Mon-Fri: 9:00am – 5:00pm
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
Holidays: Closed

Beban Plaza Location

Pharmacy Manager:
Tessa Kenning

2220 Bowen Rd.
Nanaimo, BC
V9S 1H9
Ph. 250-758-7711
Fax. 250-758-7211

Mon-Fri: 9:00am – 5:30pm
Saturday: 9:00am – 5:00pm
Sunday: Closed
Holidays: Closed

Pacific Station Location

Pharmacy Manager:
Sylvie Fraser

103-5160 Dublin Way
Nanaimo, BC
V9T 0H2
Ph. 250-585-6178
Fax. 250-585-6179

Mon-Fri: 8:00am – 5:30pm
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
Holidays: Closed

Brickyard Location

Pharmacy Manager:
Cody Drzewiecki

6010 Brickyard Rd.
Nanaimo, BC
V9V 1S5
Ph. 250-751-2576
Fax. 250-751-2439

Mon-Fri: 9:00am – 5:30pm
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
Holidays: Closed

Lantzville Location

Pharmacy Manager:
Kylee Power

7186 Lantzville Rd.
Lantzville, BC
V0R 2H0
Ph. 250-390-4423
Fax. 250-390-4425

Mon-Fri: 9:00am – 5:30pm
Saturday: 10:00am – 4:00pm
Sunday: Closed
Holidays: Closed

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