Everything You Need to Know

What are
specialty medications?

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Specialty medications differ from traditional prescription drugs. They are usually prescribed by specialist physicians to treat complex and chronic conditions.

Specialty medications are costly.

Reimbursement for these medications is complex and may delay the start of your treatment.

Some treatments may require specific pharmaceutical care or services, such as lab test monitoring or close management of side effects.

They may also require special storage (e.g., refrigeration), more invasive administration (e.g., injection), and/or closer monitoring of your health.

To ensure safe and effective use, it is essential that patients are well informed and properly trained on these treatments.

Specialty medications can be sensitive to factors such as temperature, light, or humidity. It is crucial to follow strict storage and delivery protocols throughout the medication’s life cycle to maintain its efficacy and safety.

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Our Treatment, Our Mission

How Does a Specialty Pharmacy Work?

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Your Doctor
  • Your doctor chooses the best treatment for you.
  • With your consent, the doctor registers you with the Patient Support Program (PSP) set up by the manufacturer of the medication prescribed by your doctor.
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This program will help you to:
  • Obtain reimbursement for the specialty medication from insurance by handling some administrative procedures on your behalf.
  • Access the medication quickly, avoiding delays in starting treatment (e.g., financial assistance or free doses).
  • Answer all your questions about your treatment.
  • Follow up on appointment scheduling (e.g., with the doctor, for blood tests) and make appointment reminder calls to patients.
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Pharmacie Martin Gilbert
  • Our team has expertise in specialty medications: we serve hundreds of patients who are on the same treatment as you.
  • A pharmacist is available for any emergency 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
  • We keep specialty medications in stock, so we can deliver to you without delay.
  • Our pharmacy participates in PSPs: we are committed to meeting the requirements of your PSP.
  • We are located in Châteauguay (South Shore of Montreal) and deliver throughout Quebec.

A Service Designed
for Your Reality

Our experts in oncology, neurology, rheumatology, dermatology, gastroenterology, ophthalmology, hematology, and rare diseases are here to guide you through every stage of your care.

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RPMSQ | Pharmacie Martin Gilbert is a founding member of the Regroupement des pharmacies de médicaments de spécialité du Québec (RPMSQ).

Pharmacist Martin Gilbert is solely responsible for the practice of the pharmacy.

1525 Ford Boulevard
Châteauguay, QC, J6J 4Z2
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