New York A08956 allows pharmacists to compound, dispense, and sell veterinary-specific pharmaceuticals to veterinarians.

New York A08956 amends the education law to permit pharmacists to dispense drugs, including veterinary-specific compounded medications, to veterinarians. Veterinarians can possess and keep these drugs in stock for administration and sale, following a non-patient specific regimen prescribed by a licensed veterinary practitioner. Dispensing of drugs containing opioids or other controlled substances is subject to limitations set by the Department of Health. The act takes effect immediately.

New York A08956 allows pharmacists to compound, dispense, and sell veterinary-specific pharmaceuticals to veterinarians.

New York A08956 amends the education law to permit pharmacists to dispense drugs, including veterinary-specific compounded medications, to veterinarians. Veterinarians can possess and keep these drugs in stock for administration and sale, following a non-patient specific regimen prescribed by a licensed veterinary practitioner. Dispensing of drugs containing opioids or other controlled substances is subject to limitations set by the Department of Health. The act takes effect immediately.