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Senate approves second substitute narrowing pharmacy access to hormonal contraceptives to adults
Summary
The Senate approved a second substitute to SB 184 that allows pharmacists to dispense self‑administered hormonal contraceptives only to women 18 and older, requires screening by an approved algorithm, counseling on side effects, and physician referral for high‑risk patients. Sponsors said high‑risk patients will be referred to physicians and pharmacists must provide written and verbal counseling.
The Senate passed a second substitute for Senate Bill 184 that narrows a previously broader pharmacist‑dispensing provision and establishes screening, counseling and follow‑up requirements.
Senator Wyler, speaking for the floor, explained the second substitute limits pharmacist dispensing of…
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