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Where can patients obtain Plan B OTC in the pharmacy?

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Where can patients obtain Plan B OTC in the pharmacy?

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• A: Patients must obtain Plan B OTC at the pharmacy counter; it will only be available when there is a licensed pharmacist on duty. Plan B OTC will not be available in places that do not have a licensed pharmacist or prescriber at the facility (i.e. gas stations, convenience stores, food marts, etc.). • Q: Can patients obtain Plan B OTC at other healthcare facilities such as clinics? • A: Yes. Plan B OTC may be available at other healthcare facilities such as clinics provided they have a method of confirming the age of persons receiving the medication. • Q: Who can sell Plan B OTC? • A: The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) mandates that a healthcare professional (e.g. pharmacist or prescriber) be available to answer questions or address any concerns that the patient may have about Plan B OTC. Individual pharmacy practice will determine which staff members (e.g. pharmacists, pharmacy technicians, student pharmacists) will be allowed to sell the medication. It is possible an unqualifi

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