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MN HF1915

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/16/2023

Primary Sponsor

Mary Franson

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Origin

House of Representatives

93rd Legislature 2023-2024

AI Summary

  • Authorizes pharmacists to prescribe, dispense, and administer hydroxychloroquine and ivermectin to patients 18 years or older for preexposure prophylaxis, postexposure prophylaxis, or treatment of COVID-19, with maximum 30-day supply per prescription.

  • Requires patients to complete a self-screening tool to identify risk factors before pharmacist may prescribe either drug, with pharmacist review and discussion of possible risks.

  • Mandates pharmacists provide counseling before dispensing that includes appropriate usage, contraindications, adverse effects, follow-up care importance, and a written plain-language information sheet that does not discourage use unless specifically contraindicated.

  • Prohibits the Board of Pharmacy from taking disciplinary action against pharmacists who prescribe or dispense hydroxychloroquine or ivermectin in accordance with this subdivision.

  • Requires if FDA permits either drug to be available over-the-counter, it must be made available over-the-counter in Minnesota without prescription or pharmacist consultation; effective the day following final enactment.

Legislative Description

Pharmacists authorized to prescribe, dispense, and administer hydroxychloroquine and ivermectin for preexposure prophylaxis use, postexposure prophylaxis use, or treatment of COVID-19.

Last Action

Author added Murphy

2/27/2023

Committee Referrals

Health Finance & Policy2/16/2023

Full Bill Text

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