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Blister Packing: What You Need to Know
For several years, Camp Ramah has required that all daily medications (even just one) be blister packed by a pharmacy (also known as compliance packaging in the U.S.).
This policy is in place to support:
What Needs to Be Blister Packed?
Daily medications include (but are not limited to):
Important notes:
Exceptions (do NOT need blister packing):
Finding a Pharmacy
We recommend starting with your regular pharmacy and asking if they offer blister packing.
Below is a list of pharmacies that families in our community have successfully used. This is not a comprehensive list — if you find another great option, please let us know!
Toronto
Murray Shore Pharmacy (416) 789-1800
3537 Bathurst St, North York, ON M6A 2C7
Requires 3+ weeks notice; free if filled there, fee if bringing own meds
Thornhill
Allan’s Community Pharmacy (905) 709-3414
531 Atkinson Ave, Thornhill, ON L4J 8L7
Free if filled there; $7.50/card if bringing own medications
Cleveland
Unity Pharmacy (330) 331-6100
3626 Medina Road, Medina, Ohio 44256
Recommended by a local camp family
St. Luke’s Low Cost Pharmacy *Changing name to Connect Pharmacy*
(216) 795-4000
11201 Shaker Blvd #126, Cleveland, OH 44104, United States
Covered by insurance
Controlled substances and OTC
Delivery available
Prescriptions (including OTC) must be the filled by the pharmacy
Church Square Pharmacy (216) 721-1772
1956 East 79th Ave, Cleveland, OH 44103, United States
OTC (need rx) and controlled substances available
Delivery available if no controlled substances – If controlled, must pickup
Free, bills insurance, next day service
Must submit electronic prescription from doctor
Point of contact: Salam
Pittsburgh
Bloomfield Drug Store (412) 682-4909
4727 Liberty Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15224, United States
OTC and controlled substances available
Hilltop Pharmacy (412) 431-5766
818 E Warrington Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15210, United States
OTC and controlled substances available
Direct bill insurance, no fee for service
Rochester
Meade Square Pharmacy (585) 924-7970
7249 NY-96, Victor, NY 14564
Contact with advance notice
Trillium Health Pharmacy (585) 714-9000
170 Science Pkwy, Rochester, NY 14620, United States
Ask for Sarah, reference Camp Ramah
Charge to insurance
OTC and controlled substances available
Can only fill one month at a time: fill for first month then bring up second month’s meds at visitor’s day
Detroit
Novi Pharmacy (248) 536 2020
39575 W 10 Mile Rd Suite #203, Novi, MI 48375, United States
Ask for Mike, Pharmacy Manager
Insurance covered, free service
Can pack controlled substances and OTCs
Delivery available within a certain distance (West Bloomfield and Farmington Hills OK)
Next day service
Exact Care Pharmacy (877) 355-7225
Able to bill insurance (No Humana and Kaizer)
Ships across USA
Important Reminders
Exceptions:
Rescue medications (e.g., EpiPen, Ventolin) should stay with your camper during travel and in their cabin.
If your camper has any new medications not listed in their health form, please email us so we can update their file.
Quick FAQ
Q: Our pharmacy won’t blister pack medications. What are my options?
A: See the above list of pharmacies our team has vetted that will blister pack medications. If you are from city not listed above, try and contact an independent pharmacy as they’re more likely to blister pack over a chain pharmacy.Q: My child only takes one medication daily. Does it still need to be blister packed?
A: Yes.
Q: My child’s allergy medication comes in packaging so that the individual pill can easily be popped out the back, or it comes in single dose packages. Does this need to be blister packed?
A: Yes. It must be taken out of the manufacturer packaging and brought to a pharmacy to be blister packed.
Q: What about medications taken only on certain days?
A: Yes, these must be blister packed so they are administered correctly.
Q: Do “as-needed” medications need blister packing?
A: No, send these in original packaging.
Q: What about liquid medications?
A: Liquid medications cannot be blister packed. However, many liquid medications also come in chewable form. If the liquid medication your child takes is for seasonal allergies, these are available in chewable/meltable form in many brands and this method is highly preferred. Liquids are messy, cause lots of waste with disposable cups and take more time to dispense. Chewable versions of these medications can and should be blister packed if being taken as a daily medication. If the pharmacist says they cannot, ask them to cut the individual chewable from its package and blister pack a dose inside its packaging.
Thank you for your partnership in helping us keep all of our campers safe, healthy, and well cared for. This system has made a significant difference in how we support campers each summer, and we truly appreciate your cooperation.
If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out at .