SB 785
Modifies provisions relating to the dispensation of controlled substances
Sponsor:
LR Number:
5391S.04I
Last Action:
2/16/2012 - Second Read and Referred S Health, Mental Health, Seniors and Families Committee
Journal Page:
S287
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Effective Date:
August 28, 2012

Current Bill Summary

SB 785 - This act modifies provisions relating to the dispensation of controlled substances.

A pharmacist, in good faith, may sell and dispense controlled substances to any person upon a prescription of a practitioner located in another state, provided that:

(1) The prescription was issued according to and in compliance with the applicable laws of that state and the United States; and

(2) The quantity limitations specified under this act apply to prescriptions dispensed to patients located in this state. SECTION 195.060

Currently, the quantity of Schedule III, IV or V controlled substances dispensed at any one time is limited to a 90-day supply with the ability to increase the amount up to 3 months under certain circumstances. This act provides that such supply limitations shall not apply if the prescription is issued by a practitioner located in another state according to and in compliance with the applicable laws of that state and the United States and dispensed to a patient located or residing in another state. SECTION 195.080

This act is identical to provisions in SS/SCS/HCS/HB 1563 (2012), substantially similar to provisions in SCS/HCS/HB 1193 (2012), HB 1372 (2012), and SS#3/SCS/SB 710 (2012).

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