SB249

Authorize dispensing of ivermectin without a prescription

Introduced·8/27/25
Introduced Text

Ohio SB249 allows pharmacists to dispense ivermectin without a prescription to adults.

Ohio SB249 modifies the state's Revised Code to permit pharmacists and supervised pharmacy interns to dispense ivermectin without a prescription to adults. This provision requires the establishment of a protocol by a prescriber, including guidelines for dosage and treatment duration. Pharmacists must provide a screening risk assessment tool and a standardized fact sheet about ivermectin. They must also inform the patient's primary care provider of the dispensing.

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Where it stands

Current
Health Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

0
7
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Calendar

Apr 15

10:30 AM

Senate Health 2nd Hearing, Proponent

Feb 11

10:30 AM

Senate Health 1st Hearing, Sponsor

History

Oct 1, 2025

Senate

Referred to committee: Health

Aug 27, 2025

Senate

Introduced