Wyoming Administrative Code Agency 059 - Pharmacy, Board of
The Wyoming Administrative Code, Agency 059 – Board of Pharmacy, outlines the regulations governing pharmacy practice, licensure, and the distribution of controlled substances within the state. This agency is divided into two sub-agencies:
Subagency 0001: Pharmacy, Board of (Chapters 1–21)
Subagency 0002: Commissioner of Drugs and Substances Control (Chapters 1–10)(law.cornell.edu)
These regulations are accessible through the Wyoming Secretary of State's website and are updated quarterly. (law.cornell.edu)
📚 Overview of Key Chapters
The Wyoming Board of Pharmacy's rules encompass various aspects of pharmacy practice, including:(pharmacyboard.wyo.gov)
Chapter 1: Rules of Practice and Procedure
Chapter 2: General Practice of Pharmacy Regulations
Chapter 3: Pharmacy Internship Regulations
Chapter 4: Code of Ethics
Chapter 6: Continuing Professional Education Regulations
Chapter 8: Wholesale Distributor Regulations
Chapter 9: Patient Counseling and Prospective Drug Use Review
Chapter 10: Pharmacy Technician Regulations
Chapter 12: Institutional Pharmacy Practice Regulations
Chapter 13: Non-Sterile Compounding
Chapter 14: Telepharmacy
Chapter 15: Long-Term Care Pharmacy Services
Chapter 16: Immunization Regulations
Chapter 17: Sterile Compounding
Chapter 18: Prescribing by Pharmacists
Chapter 19: Licensing of Pharmacists and Pharmacies
Chapter 21: Fees(regulations.justia.com, pharmacyboard.wyo.gov)
Chapters 5, 7, and 20 have been repealed. (pharmacyboard.wyo.gov)
🧾 Licensing & Facility Requirements
Pharmacy license holders are responsible for:(law.cornell.edu)
Designating a Pharmacist-in-Charge (PIC)
Notifying the Board of any changes in PIC within seven days
Ensuring compliance with state and federal laws
Maintaining a clean and safe environment for staff and patients
Posting a sign when no pharmacist is on duty
Reporting changes in ownership, address, or permanent closure(law.cornell.edu, law.cornell.edu)
Additionally, pharmacies must undergo inspections to meet minimum standards before receiving a registration to operate. (law.cornell.edu)
💉 Sterile & Non-Sterile Compounding
Chapters 13 and 17 provide detailed regulations on compounding practices:(pharmacyboard.wyo.gov)
Chapter 13: Non-Sterile Compounding
Chapter 17: Sterile Compounding(pharmacyboard.wyo.gov)
These chapters outline the responsibilities of pharmacists in inspecting and approving components, containers, closures, and in-process materials, ensuring that all compounded preparations are accurately and safely prepared. (casetext.com)
💊 Collaborative Practice Agreements (CPAs)
Wyoming permits pharmacists to enter into Collaborative Practice Agreements (CPAs) with physicians. These agreements allow pharmacists to manage drug therapy under specified conditions, enhancing patient care. (en.wikipedia.org)
🧑⚕️ Pharmacy Technician Regulations
Chapter 10 addresses the role of pharmacy technicians:(wyoleg.gov)
Defines the scope of practice for technicians
Outlines requirements for training and certification
Establishes guidelines for supervision by licensed pharmacists(en.wikipedia.org)
Notably, Wyoming does not have a pharmacist-to-pharmacy technician ratio, allowing for flexibility in staffing based on the needs of the pharmacy. (en.wikipedia.org)
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