Pharmacists: furnishing contraceptives.
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- Introduced
- Passed Assembly
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill changes California law regarding the dispensing of contraceptives by pharmacists. It allows pharmacists to furnish over-the-counter contraceptives without following the usual standardized procedures and protocols, which currently require patient screening and referral for follow-up care. The bill also permits pharmacists to dispense up to a 12-month supply of over-the-counter contraceptives at a patient’s request. These changes are intended to improve access to birth control services.
Key provisions
- Pharmacists can furnish over-the-counter contraceptives without adhering to standard protocols.
- Pharmacists can dispense up to a 12-month supply of over-the-counter contraceptives at a patient’s request.
- The bill limits standardized procedures to prescription-only hormonal contraceptives.
- The bill makes conforming changes to existing pharmacy law.
- It clarifies the requirements for emergency contraception drug therapy.
- It allows for a 90-day supply of dangerous drugs with periodic refills.
- It addresses the dispensing of FDA-approved, self-administered hormonal contraceptives.
- The bill declares an urgency, allowing it to take effect immediately.
Who is affected
- Pharmacists
- Patients seeking contraceptives
- California residents
- Healthcare providers
- Pharmacy benefit managers
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