Medication Resources
Understanding your medication can help you feel more confident managing your lung health. This page connects you with trusted resources about medications, inhalers, and prescription drug coverage.
Learn about your medication
You can find information on generic and brand name medications available in Canada, including:
- how the medication works in your body
- possible side effects
- precautions to be aware of
- how to take the medication safely and correctly
Lung Saskatchewan’s medication resource pages include information on how medicines work, side effects, precautions, and directions for use.
Inhaler Resources and Videos
Inhaled medications come in different devices, and each one is used a little differently. Using your inhaler properly helps you get the right dose of medication and can improve how well your treatment works.
View Lung Saskatchewan’s inhaler resources and videos to learn how to use your device correctly and to help identify which type of inhaler you are using.
Prescription drug coverage in Saskatchewan
Paying for prescription medication can be confusing. Resources on prescription drug coverage can help you better understand how reimbursement works and what programs or supports may be available. The Saskatchewan Formulary lists the drugs, which are covered by the Drug Plan.
How prescription drugs are approved
Prescription drugs in Canada are reviewed before they can be authorized for sale. Health Canada regulates prescription pharmaceutical drugs and checks that they meet requirements for safety, effectiveness, and quality.
Download inhaled medication brochures
To learn more about inhaled medication options, download Lung Saskatchewan’s brochures:
Lung Saskatchewan’s inhaler resources page links to both brochures and notes that inhalers may be known by brand names, generic names, and device names, which can be confusing for patients.
Need more help?
If you have questions about your inhaler or medication, speak with your healthcare provider, pharmacist, or Certified Respiratory Educator. Lung Saskatchewan’s inhaler resources also direct people to the Lung Sask Helpline for additional support.
