Louisiana Pharmacy Practice Act Flashcards
How many members are in the labop?
17 members with 2 from each district
How long is a pharmacist term?
Appointed on july 1st and serve for six years
What are the positions for the board of pharmacy?
Member: President, VP, Secretary
Non-member: Executive director (pharmacist)
Who can vote on something?
A majority of the quorum (9 of 17)
Who can call a meeting?
President or 2/3 of the board
What are the powers of the board?
Approve COP in the state
Request background checks
Compel people to present birth certificates, passports, legal status
License evaluations
Place meds under seal or destroyed
Inspect any license entity during normal business hours
What are the fees the board can charge?
List of all pharmacists, interns, and techs: 150 each
Intern registration: 10
Examination and licensing: 300
New pharmacy permit: 150
Pharmacy renewal: 125
Pharmacist renewal: 100
Pharmacy education fee (optional): 100
How to get a license by reciprocity?
Be licensed in another state.
Submit a form
Proof of licensure
Submitted facts about bad behavior
Fees
Passed exam - MPJE
Failure to renew a license before expiration date, makes the license _____.
Null and void. Expiration date is 12/31 of each year
When can you waive licensure and certification for military?
If you’re active duty or their spouse.
May petition board to not require renewal of license.
What is the time frame for change of employment or mailing address?
10 days
What is the minimum age for influenza vaccines in louisiana?
Seven years of age or older
How long must a pharmacist maintain a record of influenza immunization?
At least 2 years
What age can a pharmacist administer any other vaccine?
17 year old or older without a patient specific prescription
Who should the pharmacist notify after administering a vaccine?
the patient’s PCP as soon as possible
Can a pharmacist decline to fill a medication?
Yes, but they must tell patient where they can get it filled
When must a pharmacy close?
If the pharmacist is absent and NO tech present
Prescriptions may not be dispensed unless
Name of patient is present
Trade name or generic name appears on label
When must a pharmacist notify a prescriber after dispensing a biosimilar?
< 5 days