Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)
| I cannot afford my prescription. Where can I get help? |
| There are several non-profit charitable pharmacies located around the state. Please click on Charitable Pharmacies for a list of the charitable pharmacies currently licensed by the Board. |
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| Can a pharmacist administer immunizations? |
| Yes, prior to administering immunizations, pharmacists must complete a Board approved immunization training course and register with the Board. |
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| How long are prescriptions valid? |
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A prescription for a non-controlled substance is valid for one year from the original date of prescription.
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| Can a pharmacist substitute on a prescription? |
| A pharmacist may not substitute on a prescription unless the prescriber or the purchaser (patient) has authorized the substitution. |
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| How long must a pharmacy keep prescription records? |
| The original prescription must be kept for 5 years. |
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| Can a doctor prescribe for his family? |
| A practitioner (doctor) may not prescribe a controlled dangerous substance for their personal use or for an immediate family member within 2 degrees of blood or marriage. [see Appendix F - Oklahoma Pharmacy Law Book] |
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| Can a physician's assistant (PA) prescribe a Schedule II? |
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A physician's assistant cannot write a C-II prescription for a retail patient. The P.A. may only write an order for a Schedule II for immediate or ongoing administration "on-site". "On-site" is defined as:
A. Hospital in-patients
B. Emergency Room
C. Surgicenters
D. Medical clinics or offices in case of an emergency
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| What is the difference between a medical gas "supplier" and a medical gas "distributor"? |
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A medical gas "supplier" can sell medical gases only on drug orders issued to a patient. A medical gas "distributor" can sell medical gases on drug orders issued to patients and to medical gas "suppliers" or other entities licensed to use, administer, or distribute medical gases.
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