Access
No prescription needed when administered by the pharmacist. Bring your Manitoba Health card.
Medication information
Prescription
Influenza Vaccine
Annual flu shot — pharmacist administered
The yearly flu shot is recommended for everyone 6 months and older in Manitoba, especially seniors, pregnant women, those with chronic conditions, and people in close contact with high-risk individuals. The pharmacist administers; appointments fill quickly in October–November.
How the pharmacy helps
We administer regular flu shots and high-dose flu vaccine for seniors. Walk-in or appointment. Manitoba Health covers the vaccine for eligible residents — the pharmacy bills the province.
Access framing
No prescription needed when administered by the pharmacist. Bring your Manitoba Health card.
Forms and strengths
Medication entries grouped here
Strengths, dosage forms, brands, or package entries may vary. Your prescription label and pharmacist counselling are the instructions to follow.
| Brand / Generic | Strength | Form | DIN | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Fluzone HD Influenza Vaccine (high-dose) | Standard | Injection | Active |
No — modern flu vaccines do not contain live virus. Some people feel achy or warm for a day after, which is the immune response, not flu.
October to December is ideal. Earlier protection is fine; later is better than skipping.
Yes — the high-dose formulation is recommended for adults 65+ and is publicly funded in Manitoba.
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Have questions about this medication?
Call the pharmacy or bring the medication to the counter. We can help compare labels, dosing schedules, storage needs, and questions to ask your prescriber.
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