Current through Rules and Regulations filed through November 21, 2024
Rule 511-2-8-.05 - Dispensing EPT drugs(1) A person authorized to dispense drugs may dispense an EPT drug directly to the partner, or to an index patient for delivery to a partner.(2) An EPT drug shall be dispensed with a written warning that contains, at a minimum, the following information: (a) The drug should be taken as soon as possible and in accordance with the directions.(b) The partner should consult a licensed practitioner or local health department before taking the EPT drug if the partner is already taking prescription medication, is allergic to any drug, has ever had an adverse reaction to a drug, or has a serious health condition.(c) The partner should abstain from sexual activity until at least a week after taking the drug.(d) The partner should seek testing after three months to ensure that the infection has been successfully treated.Ga. Comp. R. & Regs. R. 511-2-8-.05
O.C.G.A. §§ 31-2A-6, 31-17-7.1.
Original Rule entitled "Dispensing EPT drugs" adopted. F. Apr. 18, 2018; eff. May 8, 2018.