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DE SB118

Bill

Status

Enrolled

5/13/2014

Primary Sponsor

Nicole Poore

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Origin

Senate

147th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Authorizes pharmacists to substitute FDA-approved interchangeable biosimilar biological products for prescribed biological reference products unless the prescriber marks the prescription "Brand Necessary" or "Brand Medically Necessary"

  • Requires pharmacists to notify patients in writing that a biosimilar product has been dispensed and notify the prescriber electronically, by fax, in writing, or by phone within 48 hours of dispensing

  • Mandates pharmacists record on the prescription label and dispensing record the product name of the biosimilar, that it was substituted for the original product, and the manufacturer's name

  • Requires pharmacists to maintain records of all biosimilar substitutions for at least 3 years after the dispensing date

  • Provides liability protections for pharmacists who substitute interchangeable biosimilar products in compliance with this section

Legislative Description

An Act To Amend Title 24 Of The Delaware Code Relating To Pharmacists.

Last Action

SS 1 for SB 118 - Passed by Senate. Votes: Passed 21 YES 0 NO 0 NOT VOTING 0 ABSENT 0 VACANT

5/14/2014

Committee Referrals

Sunset6/6/2013

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