HB499 Summary

• Permits pharmacists to dispense Ivermectin without a prescription under a standing order approved by the State Board of Pharmacy and signed by a physician, physician's assistant, or certified registered nurse practitioner.

• Allows dispensing to individuals 19 years of age or older, or to minors under 19 with written parental or legal guardian consent.

• Requires standing orders to include a risk assessment protocol for screening patients, standardized information sheets about indications and contraindications, usage instructions, and follow-up care information.

• Prohibits health care providers and pharmacists from participating in programs or accepting benefits that would incentivize them to promote Ivermectin use to patients or the public.

• Protects physicians, physician's assistants, certified registered nurse practitioners, and pharmacists from disciplinary action by their respective licensing boards for dispensing Ivermectin under an approved standing order.