H.B. No. 25 amends the Health and Safety Code by adding Chapter 446, which grants pharmacists the authority to dispense ivermectin without a prescription. Under the new provisions, pharmacists can provide ivermectin in accordance with standardized procedures or protocols established by the Texas State Board of Pharmacy. Additionally, they are required to offer instructions on the proper use of the medication. The bill also includes a provision that protects pharmacists from criminal or civil liability, as well as professional disciplinary action, when dispensing ivermectin in a reasonably prudent manner.

The Texas State Board of Pharmacy is empowered to adopt necessary rules to implement this new chapter. The act is set to take effect on the 91st day following the conclusion of the legislative session.

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