If enacted, this bill would amend current statutes regarding the dispensing of prescription opioid containers. Specifically, it would repeal the existing requirement that containers for schedule II controlled substances that are opioids, dispensed by pharmacists and not for immediate use, must have a red cap. Instead, these containers would only need to include a warning label about potential addiction, as prescribed by the board. This change aims to simplify the labeling requirements for opioid prescriptions.

Additionally, the bill makes several technical changes to the language of the law, including adjustments to the phrasing regarding the requirements for prescription orders and the conditions under which controlled substances may be dispensed. For instance, it modifies the language around the stamping of prescriptions and the conditions for dispensing schedule II controlled substances, ensuring that the law remains clear and up-to-date without the outdated stipulations. Overall, the bill seeks to streamline the regulations surrounding opioid prescriptions while maintaining necessary safety warnings.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 36-2525
House Engrossed Version: 36-2525