You can get prescriptions filled and purchase over-the-counter (OTC) medications at the UB Student Health Pharmacy, and at nearby off-campus pharmacies. OTC medications are also available at numerous on-campus locations.
11/15/23: UB Student Health Pharmacy will be permanently closing before the end of the calendar year. The last day of in-person, open hours will be December 20, 2023. Learn more.
Contact the Student Health Pharmacy to discuss currently available services.
The UB Student Health Pharmacy accepts the student health insurance plans offered through UB.
Any registered UB student, regardless of insurance plan, can purchase over-the-counter medications at this pharmacy
Your prescription will be billed to your insurance plan if you have one of the following health insurance coverage plans:
Applicable copays are due at the time of prescription pick-up.
The UB Student Health Pharmacy can mail your prescriptions to your on- or off-campus address via FedEx for a $15 charge. Please note that medications cannot be mailed to an out-of-country address. To request delivery, please visit or call the UB Student Health Pharmacy during their open hours.
You can buy over-the-counter (OTC) medications at discounted prices through the UB Student Health Pharmacy. OTC medications include:
For buying over the counter medications or paying copays, you can use:
Mondays-Fridays: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Providing care for UB students since 2002
Supervising Pharmacist
Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, BS
University at Buffalo, BA
Staff Pharmacist
Providing care for UB students since 1989
Certified Pharmacy Technician
Providing care for UB students since 2014
Pharmacy Assistant
There are many retail pharmacies in the local area, with some locations open 24 hours a day. Check with your health insurance provider to find your preferred pharmacy.
Students have access to safer sex supplies, emergency contraception, STI tests and pregnancy tests.