Nev. Admin. Code § 453C.120

Current through June 11, 2024
Section 453C.120 - Written protocol of physician authorizing registered pharmacist to furnish opioid antagonist; required contents

A physician authorized to prescribe an opioid antagonist may establish a written protocol authorizing a registered pharmacist to furnish an opioid antagonist. A protocol established pursuant to this section must include, without limitation:

1. The name of the physician authorizing the furnishing of the opioid antagonist by a registered pharmacist;
2. The opioid antagonist to be furnished by a registered pharmacist;
3. Any standardized procedures implemented by the pharmacy in which a registered pharmacist will furnish the opioid antagonist pursuant to NAC 453C.110;
4. A procedure for the review of the protocol and its operation by the physician at least once annually and a requirement to keep a record of the reviews;
5. Specific instructions relating to the age of the patient, if appropriate;
6. A statement that the opioid antagonist be furnished in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws;
7. The signature of the physician authorizing the furnishing of the opioid antagonist by a registered pharmacist and the time period for which the written protocol is effective; and
8. Any other limitations the physician deems necessary.

Nev. Admin. Code § 453C.120

Added to NAC by Bd. of Pharmacy by R058-16, eff. 9-9-2016; A by R157-16, 10-31-2017

NRS 453C.120, 639.070