Flu, Strep, RSV & Minor Illness Treatment in Pocatello

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Flu, Strep, RSV & Minor Illness Treatment in Pocatello

Full Service Testing and Clinic

When you’re not feeling your best, you shouldn’t have to wait weeks for an appointment or sit in an expensive urgent care lobby. At Snell’s Pharmacy, your friendly local pharmacist can test, treat, and prescribe for a growing list of common conditions—making fast care easier for families in our Pocatello community.

Below are the services we provide on-site, how they work, and what to expect.

Here’s what your pharmacist can help with:

Flu Treatment Pocatello

When the flu hits, early treatment is key. Your friendly pharmacist at Snell’s Pharmacy can evaluate flu symptoms and prescribe antiviral medication when appropriate. Antivirals work best when started early—ideally within the first 48 hours—and can help shorten illness and reduce severity.

What we can help with:

  • Symptom evaluation consistent with influenza

  • Antiviral prescriptions when indicated

  • Guidance for fever management, hydration, and rest

  • Tips for returning to school/work safely

When a referral is best:

  • High-risk complications

  • Severe respiratory difficulty

  • Suspected pneumonia

Need help with the flu? Just come on in to see us. Or call 208-232-0049

Flu Prevention Pocatello

Avoiding the flu keeps households, church groups, teams, and workplaces healthy during winter months. At Snell’s Pharmacy, we offer flu vaccines and preventive antiviral therapy for eligible patients who are exposed to influenza.

Prevention services include:

  • Seasonal flu shots (for both adults and children, age dependent)

  • Antiviral prophylaxis for qualifying exposures

  • Advice on reducing household spread

  • Support for families caring for infants or older adults

Ideal for:

  • Teachers & child care workers

  • Healthcare employees

  • Missionaries preparing for travel

  • Households with newborns or seniors

Let’s make staying healthy easy! Come on in – no need for an appointment.

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RSV Testing Pocatello

RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus) is common in children and older adults during cold and flu season. Snell’s Pharmacy provides RSV testing to help determine whether symptoms are due to RSV or another respiratory infection.

Our RSV service includes:

  • Rapid RSV testing

  • Same-visit results

  • Home care support

  • Clear guidance for next steps

Severe RSV requiring oxygen support or advanced interventions is not treated in-community, but we can help you determine when higher-level care is appropriate—saving time and worry.

Come on in, let’s get you feeling better.

Strep Throat Treatment Pocatello

Sore throat making it hard to sleep, study, or work? Step throat is very common among school-aged children and can be painful. Your friendly pharmacist at Snell’s Pharmacy can test for strep throat and prescribe antibiotics when the test is positive.

Services include:

  • Rapid strep testing

  • Same-visit antibiotic treatment

  • Relief recommendations for pain & fever

  • Guidance for returning to school or work

Referral may be needed for:

  • Difficulty swallowing

  • Signs of airway obstruction

  • Recurrent or chronic strep infections

Do you suspect that you or your little ones have Strep Throat? Drop by the pharmacy – let’s take care of it.

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Cold Sore Treatment Pocatello

Cold sores are uncomfortable and tend to flare with stress, illness, or sun exposure. Snell’s Pharmacy offers prescription and over-the-counter options to shorten outbreaks and reduce future flare-ups.

Treatment options:

  • Oral antiviral prescriptions

  • Topical antiviral creams

  • Prevention and trigger management support

Severe or systemic infections may require specialty care, but typical lip outbreaks respond well to pharmacy-level treatment.

Drop by. We’ll fix you up.

Simple Cough Treatment Pocatello

Not every cough needs a full clinic visit. Your friendly pharmacist at Snell’s Pharmacy can help determine whether a cough is viral, allergic, or post-infectious and recommend the right remedy.

We routinely assist with:

  • Dry cough

  • Congestion

  • Post-viral cough

  • Seasonal cough from cold & flu viruses

Common solutions may include:

  • Expectorants for mucus

  • Suppressants for nighttime coughing

  • Honey-based options (age-appropriate)

  • Humidifier & nasal support strategies

Come on in, let’s get you feeling 100%. 

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Do I need an appointment?

No appointment is needed. Services are offered on a walk-in basis during normal business hours at Snell’s Pharmacy in Pocatello.

Can a pharmacist really prescribe medication in Idaho?

Yes. Idaho law allows pharmacists to test, treat, and prescribe for a growing list of common conditions, including flu, strep, pink eye, and more.

What ages can be seen?

Most services are available for both adults and children. Age eligibility may vary for certain vaccinations or prescription therapies.

What conditions require urgent care or the ER instead?

Severe symptoms such as difficulty breathing, chest pain, dehydration, or uncontrolled fever should be evaluated in urgent care or emergency settings.

Does insurance cover these services?

Many services, including vaccinations and prescription treatments, may be covered. Coverage varies by plan, and cash options are available. We can help you figure it out!

Have questions? Give us a ring.
Need help now? Just walk in!

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