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LA SB19

Bill

Status

Passed

6/20/2025

Primary Sponsor

Michael Fesi

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Origin

Senate

2025 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Pharmacists may dispense ivermectin to adults 18 and older under a standing order issued by a healthcare professional with prescriptive authority at the Louisiana Department of Health

  • Louisiana Department of Health must adopt rules establishing standard dispensing procedures, including patient screening risk assessments and information on indications, contraindications, proper usage, and medical follow-up

  • Rules may prohibit dispensing ivermectin containing ingredients the department determines to be harmful

  • Pharmacies may charge an administrative fee in addition to ingredient costs and dispensing fees

  • Pharmacists acting in good faith with reasonable care are immune from Louisiana Board of Pharmacy disciplinary actions and civil liability, except for gross negligence or willful misconduct

  • Health insurers are not required to cover the cost of ivermectin dispensed under this provision

Legislative Description

Provides relative to the dispensing of ivermectin. (gov sig)

PHARMACEUTICALS

Last Action

Effective date 6/20/2025.

6/20/2025

Committee Referrals

Health and Welfare5/6/2025
Health & Welfare3/24/2025

Full Bill Text

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