SC Pharmacy Practice Act Flashcards

Study Notes

Purpose of the SC Board of Pharmacy

Aims to promote, preserve, and protect public health, safety, and welfare.
Achieved through effective control and regulation of pharmacy practice.

Transfer of Pharmacist Licenses: Requirements

Written application is mandatory.
Initial licensure qualifications must match state requirements at the time of licensure.
Proof of initial licensure by examination and good standing is required.
No suspensions or restrictions on licenses from other states, except for nonrenewal or CE failure.
Payment of specified fees is necessary.
Must pass the Multistate Pharmacy Jurisprudence Examination (MPJE).
An interview with board members is part of the process.

Reciprocity Process

Original pharmacy license must remain active for SC license validity.

Department of Labor, Licensing, and Regulation (LLR)

Functions as the umbrella agency for the Board of Pharmacy, providing legal and administrative support.

Composition of the Board

Total of 9 members:
- 7 elected pharmacists from congressional districts.
- 2 members-at-large: one pharmacist and one public member appointed by the governor.

Board Meetings

Held five times a year: January, March, June, September, and November.
Open to public attendance.

Board Committees

Various committees include:
- Compounding Committee
- Legislative Committee
- Nuclear Pharmacy Committee
- Pharmacy Technician Committee
- Practice & Technology Committee
- Recovering Professionals Program (RPP)
- Participation in Healthcare Collaborative

BOP Staff Roles

Administrator must be a licensed pharmacist and chief drug inspector.
Inspectors must also be licensed pharmacists conducting inspections under the administrator’s supervision.

BOP Inspections

All permitted facilities in South Carolina undergo inspections every two years.

Reporting Changes to the BOP

Reporting can be done via fax, mail, or online.
Changes must be reported within 10 days.
Pharmacists must report changes in employment, personal name or address, and changes in PIC.
Technicians must report changes in employment and personal name or address.

Bureau of Drug Control (DHEC)

Enforces the SC Controlled Substances Act, paralleling federal legislation.
Acts as South Carolina’s local DEA.
Inspectors are licensed pharmacists and state law enforcement officers.
Annual registration with DHEC is required for entities engaging in controlled substances activity.

SCRIPTS Program

Designed to enhance the ability to identify and prevent prescription drug diversion.
Aims for an efficient and cost-effective operation without disrupting appropriate medical use.

Description

Test your knowledge on the South Carolina Pharmacy Practice Act with these detailed flashcards. Learn about the purpose and requirements linked to the South Carolina Board of Pharmacy and the regulations governing pharmacy practice in the state.