Louisiana

Effective January 16, the Department of Health renewed a standing order for naloxone allowing participating pharmacists to dispense naloxone to laypeople including caregivers and family and friends of an opioid user.

Also in Louisiana…Effective January 1, 2018, the final rule of the Department of Health, Board of Pharmacy, amended regulations under LAC 46.LIII, Chapter 9 to require pharmacy technician candidates to demonstrate proof of enrollment in a training program to qualify for the candidate registration was adopted. The rule also requires the training program selected by the candidate to be accredited by a national accreditation organization approved by the board. In addition, the rule requires applicants to demonstrate successful completion of a nationally accredited training program and makes technical changes regarding continuing education records and the scope of practice. Finally, the rule allows for additional board-approved technician certification examinations, clarifies terminations of enrollment, deletes a notification requirement for training programs and revises practical experience requirements for candidates enrolled in training programs.