I know things are a little different in Canada but may be at the apt you can ask your doc to make a copy. They always keep the original. I don't see why they would care and would think they would want you to be able to show the next doctor.As for meds there are others out there. Many of us had to try many. Make sure your husband makes the doc awar of his other issues. Does he elevate his legs? I ask cause when I had severe edema and was given dieretics I was also told to wear support hose and keep the legs up. Not sure if that would help your husband. Keep us updated