Ohio Admin. Code 4729:5-7-05

Current through all regulations passed and filed through December 23, 2024

Section 4729:5-7-05 - Dispensing a sample drug by a charitable pharmacy

(A) A pharmacist in a charitable pharmacy must have a valid prescription prior to dispensing a sample drug to a patient.

(B) The pharmacy shall comply with all requirements for the dispensing of drugs pursuant to Chapter 4729:5-5 of the Administrative Code.

(C) The charitable pharmacy shall determine the eligibility requirements for a patient to receive a sample drug.

(D) The sample drug shall be dispensed to the patient free of charge.

(E) The sample drug may be dispensed:

(1) In the manufacturer's original container where the container is clearly marked as a sample; or

(2) By removing the sample drug from the original container only if the prescription label on the appropriate container, pursuant to all state and federal requirements, clearly states that the drug dispensed is a sample drug.

Replaces: 4729-36-06

Ohio Admin. Code 4729:5-7-05

Five Year Review (FYR) Dates: 3/18/2024 and 03/18/2029
Promulgated Under: 119.03
Statutory Authority: 3719.28, 4729.26, 3719.811
Rule Amplifies: 3719.81, 3719.811, 3719.812, 3719.813
Prior Effective Dates: 01/01/2006, 07/01/2019

Effective: 7/1/2019
Five Year Review (FYR) Dates: 07/01/2024
Promulgated Under: 119.03
Statutory Authority: 3719.28, 4729.26, 3719.811
Rule Amplifies: 3719.81, 3719.811, 3719.812, 3719.813
Prior Effective Dates: 01/01/2006