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NY A10042
Bill
Status
6/10/2014
Primary Sponsor
John McDonald
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AI Summary
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Requires pharmacists to provide suicide prevention resources when first dispensing antidepressant or antianxiety medications with increased suicide risk in outpatient settings, including a toll-free lifeline number, website address, and informational pamphlet.
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Mandates that pharmacist consultations for patients under 17 years of age include a parent or legal guardian in attendance.
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Prohibits dispensing these medications to anyone under 17 years of age unless a parent or legal guardian is present.
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Directs the Office of Mental Health to identify medications with increased suicidality risk, develop informational pamphlets with warning signs and relevant safety information, and promulgate necessary rules and regulations.
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Takes effect 90 days after enactment, with authority to implement necessary regulations immediately.
Legislative Description
Provides that no antidepressant or antianxiety medication which has an increased risk of suicidal behavior in individuals shall be dispensed without consultation and other information to certain persons receiving outpatient services.
Last Action
referred to mental health
6/10/2014