Macdonald's Prescriptions and Medical Supplies

Macdonald's Prescriptions and Medical Supplies Macdonald’s Prescriptions and Medical Supplies is a pharmacy delivering quality products combined with traditional values and down-to-earth service.

Since 1926, Macdonald's Prescriptions has been serving the Lower Mainland's health needs with the finest in pharmacy service. Macdonald's Prescriptions continues to grow and flourish because of the vision and strong roots that were planted more than 80 years ago by two brothers, Austin and Vans Macdonald. During this time, we have developed and maintained a variety of outstanding services to meet the needs of patients and health care professionals. The entire Macdonald's Prescriptions staff pride themselves in the tradition of the knowledge and experience which they have acquired over the years. More importantly, we are sincere in our concern to assist you in solving your special health or pharmacy needs. We are proud of our reputation for excellence and service and we intend to keep it.

Medications don’t exist in isolation — and small changes can sometimes have meaningful effects over time. 💊✨That’s why r...
02/02/2026

Medications don’t exist in isolation — and small changes can sometimes have meaningful effects over time. 💊✨

That’s why regular medication reviews become increasingly important as our needs, routines, and health change.

At Macdonald’s Prescriptions, pharmacists take the time to help patients look at the full picture — because it all starts with asking questions. 🧑🏼‍⚕️👩🏾‍⚕️👨🏻‍⚕️

01/27/2026

Brain health isn’t one thing — it’s supported by everyday systems working together. 🧠✨

Sleep, movement, medication review, nutrition, and our living environment can all play a role in how we feel and function as we age. Small adjustments over time can make daily life feel clearer and more manageable.

At Macdonald’s Prescriptions, pharmacists help patients review options and ask the right questions — because informed decisions matter at every stage. 👨🏻‍⚕️👩🏾‍⚕️

Many people don’t realize that pharmacists are often one of the most accessible points of care in the healthcare system....
01/22/2026

Many people don’t realize that pharmacists are often one of the most accessible points of care in the healthcare system.

From medication questions, to supplement guidance, to navigating complex prescriptions — these conversations matter. Pharmacists can also help patients understand their options, navigate drug costs, insurance coverage, and reimbursement, and find solutions that make care more manageable.

At Macdonald’s Prescriptions, we’re known for taking the time to advise our patients — because informed patients make better decisions, and it all starts with asking questions. 💚

01/05/2026

As Macdonald’s Prescriptions comes to the close of its 99th year, we reflect on the care, community, and continuity that have defined us for nearly a century. 💙

Macdonald’s has always been built on care — and that care continues across generations.

Vince joined the pharmacy in 1974 and took ownership in 1985.

In 2020, he passed the torch to his daughter Michelle — ensuring the legacy of personalized, community-focused care continues as we step into our 100th year.

Here’s to honoring where we’ve been — and looking ahead to the next century of care. 🌿

12/24/2025

The Faces of Macdonald’s – Stories That Make Us Who We Are”

Every corner of Macdonald’s has a story. 🩵

From Michelle cleaning shelves and racing wheelchairs as a kid… to the 100-year-old customer who inspired everyone she met… to pharmacists like Tony, Jeff, Mike, and so many more who’ve become part of countless family stories — these are the faces that make Macdonald’s what it is today.

Here’s to the people who make this place feel like home.

Holiday skincare, made easy — and truly limited. 🎁❄️✨We’re featuring special limited-edition Riversol and Di Morelli hol...
12/20/2025

Holiday skincare, made easy — and truly limited. 🎁❄️✨

We’re featuring special limited-edition Riversol and Di Morelli holiday kits — thoughtfully curated sets that only exist for the season and are available only until they sell out.

These kits offer exceptional value, with some bundles delivering significant savings compared to individual products — making them perfect for gifting (or indulging a little yourself).

⏳ Limited seasonal releases, available only while quantities last

🎁 Also receive 20% off all other Riversol & Di Morelli products for the month of December!

Snag these little treasures in-store at Macdonald’s Prescriptions, and let our team help you choose the perfect skincare set for you or your loved ones for the winter season.

Today we’re honouring Danka — and 30 incredible years with Macdonald’s Prescriptions. 💚Danka joined the Macdonald’s team...
12/18/2025

Today we’re honouring Danka — and 30 incredible years with Macdonald’s Prescriptions. 💚

Danka joined the Macdonald’s team in 1995, shortly after immigrating to Canada, starting as a Pharmacy Assistant in the compounding lab. Through dedication, intelligence, and an unwavering commitment to patient care, she went on to become a Registered Pharmacist in BC and played a pivotal role in launching and building our renal pharmacy program.

Over three decades, Danka has witnessed — and shaped — the growth of Macdonald’s. She was instrumental in developing the renal program into what it is today, impacting countless patients and families with her expertise, compassion, and steady leadership.

More than that, Danka has been a deeply valued colleague and friend. Her presence, knowledge, and care will be dearly missed by all of us who were lucky enough to work alongside her.

Thank you, Danka, for 30 years of dedication, heart, and excellence. You leave behind an extraordinary legacy. 🌿💫

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✨ November Recap: A Month of Giving Back to the Community ✨November is always a big month for community health in Vancou...
12/06/2025

✨ November Recap: A Month of Giving Back to the Community ✨

November is always a big month for community health in Vancouver — and we were honoured to show up in support of the organizations doing life-changing work.

🩺 VGH & UBC Hospital Foundation Vitality Gala – November 1

Jeff and Michelle attended on behalf of our team, proudly supporting as Bronze Sponsors.

The Vitality Gala fuels life-saving research, innovation, and patient care at Vancouver’s leading hospitals — places our patients rely on every single day.

🫁 Kidney Foundation: Living Donor Circle of Excellence – November 13

Michelle attended this inspiring event celebrating living organ donors and the medical teams who make kidney transplants possible.

Macdonald’s is proud to be an official member of the Living Donor Circle of Excellence — meaning if any Macdonald’s employee chose to become a living organ donor, their recovery time would be financially covered.

🥜 Festivus for FAIT – November 20

Mike and Michelle attended as Bronze Sponsors for this fundraiser in support of the FAIT (Food Allergy Immunotherapy) Program.

This event helps accelerate the mission to study the implementation of safe and standardized food immunotherapy protocols in the real world, a mission that Macdonald's is proud to be a part of.

💙 Why We Show Up

Being part of these events isn’t just about sponsorships — it’s about showing up for the people and organizations that care for our community.

For nearly a century, Macdonald’s has stood alongside Vancouver’s medical teams, patients, caregivers, and families. Attending these galas keeps us connected to the real work happening on the front lines of health care.

Proud to be part of a community that cares. 💙

As we come to the end of Movember, we picked Mike to stand front and centre for obvious reasons… the moustache speaks fo...
11/29/2025

As we come to the end of Movember, we picked Mike to stand front and centre for obvious reasons… the moustache speaks for itself. 😄

But behind the laugh is a sincere message: men’s health matters.

As longtime supporters of VGH & UBC Hospital Foundation, our team is proud to help raise awareness — and to support the men in our community with much-deserved care, dignity, and compassion.


November = Osteoporosis Awareness Month.And prevention starts long before your first bone density test. 🦴💙Swipe this exp...
11/21/2025

November = Osteoporosis Awareness Month.

And prevention starts long before your first bone density test. 🦴💙

Swipe this expert-backed guide featuring Dr. Attia, Wright, Berg & Van Loon — each explaining the importance of bone health and the nutrients your bones rely on: D3/K2, Calcium, Collagen, and Magnesium.

Stronger bones start with smarter supplements — and you can find them right here at Macdonald’s Prescriptions.

💚 Vancouver’s neighbourhood pharmacy for 99 years.
📍746 W Broadway, Vancouver, BC V5Z 1G8
☎️ 1-604-872-2662
🌐 www.macdonaldsrx.com

11/21/2025

November = Osteoporosis Awareness Month.

And prevention starts long before your first bone density test. 🦴💙

Swipe this expert-backed guide featuring Dr. Attia, Wright, Berg & Van Loon — each explaining the importance of bone health and the nutrients your bones rely on: D3/K2, Calcium, Collagen, and Magnesium.

Stronger bones start with smarter supplements — and you can find them right here at Macdonald’s Prescriptions.

💚 Vancouver’s neighbourhood pharmacy for 99 years.
📍746 W Broadway, Vancouver, BC V5Z 1G8
☎️ 1-604-872-2662
🌐 www.macdonaldsrx.com

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746 West Broadway
Vancouver, BC
V5Z1G8

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 6pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 6pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 6pm
Thursday 8:30am - 6pm
Friday 8:30am - 6pm
Saturday 9am - 4pm

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+16048722662

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Our History

Founded by Austin and Vans Macdonald, two pharmacist brothers from Nova Scotia, the first Macdonald’s store was located inside the newly established Georgia medical and dental building at 925 West Georgia. Due to the company’s growing success, the Macdonald brothers opened a second store in the 1960s inside the new Fairmont medical building at 746 West Broadway.

Vince Zuccaro, the current owner, first started working at the company as a staff pharmacist at the Fairmont store in 1974 at the age of 23. In 1985, Vince and Tony Fera bought the store from the Macdonald’s. By this time, Macdonald’s was the largest distributor of goverment prescribed vaccines across BC. In 1988, Vince renovated his 2000 square foot store and expanded its retail space. Thanks to the extra floor space, the company was able to begin stocking basic medical supplies, including compression stockings and basic daily living aids.

In 1990, the company was able to help the Kidney Dialysis Service in distributing Eprex to the 342 renal patients in BC that were being prescribed that drug. Today, 28 years later, Macdonald’s Prescriptions is still dispensing and distributing Eprex and Aranesp to over 5400 patients all over British Columbia. A second location at 148 W. 6th was needed to take care of Renal Agency patients. Thanks to the hard work of Ben Lee (who recently retired in 2017), the work with the Renal Agency has been able to excel and expand. Vince’s daughter, Michelle, started working full time at this location in 2006 and along with Ben Lee have been able to expand the services provided by the Renal Pharmacy.

Over the years, we have developed and maintained a variety of outstanding services to meet the needs of patients and health care professionals. Macdonald’s Prescriptions continues to grow and flourish because of their vision and strong roots that were planted more than 90 years ago.