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MS HB1267

Bill

Official Source

Status

Failed

2/4/2014

Primary Sponsor

Earle Banks

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Origin

House of Representatives

2014 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Limits OxyContin (oxycodone) prescriptions to a maximum of 75 units per prescription for outpatient use

  • Exempts patients admitted to hospitals or residents of licensed nursing facilities from the 75-unit limit

  • Applies the prescription limit to physicians, dentists, veterinarians, and pharmacists dispensing the medication

  • Amends Section 41-29-305 of Mississippi Code governing narcotic drug prescriptions

  • Effective date of July 1, 2014

Legislative Description

Oxycontin pills; limit RX to 75 pills per RX unless patient is hospitalized or in nursing home.

Last Action

Died In Committee

2/4/2014

Committee Referrals

Public Health and Human Services1/20/2014

Full Bill Text

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