Pharmacists refill

June 24, 2010

CANADIAN pharmacists in the provinces of Newfoundland and Labrador have been granted the power to refill, adjust and extend prescriptions. Born out of regulatory changes designed to improve access and efficiency in the region’s healthcare system, the new legislation will enable pharmacists to refill or modify prescription with the consent of the patient (for example change a tablet to a liquid). The rules also allow pharmacists to provide emergency supplies of medication, as well as to extend repeat prescriptions for limited periods of time.

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Pharmacists refill

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