The Board of Pharmacy issued a Final rule to repeal regulations under FAC 64B16-28 to remove outdated requirements for automated pharmacy systems in community pharmacies. The rule is effective June 24, 2021.  

Also in Florida, the Board of Pharmacy issued a Final rule to amend regulations under FAC 64B16-28 to increase to 120 days the maximum beyond-use date requirement for labels of customized patient medication packages. The rule also requires pharmacies using customized patient medication packages to have policies and procedures addressing patient medication regimens. The rule is effective June 24, 2021.

For more information, contact NACDS’ Leigh Knotts at 803-243-7207.