A copy of an original prescription may only be filled in accordance with the rules and regulations adopted by the state board of pharmacy.

Terms Used In Ohio Code 4729.37

  • in writing: includes any representation of words, letters, symbols, or figures; this provision does not affect any law relating to signatures. See Ohio Code 1.59
  • Prescription: means all of the following:

    (1) A written, electronic, or oral order for drugs or combinations or mixtures of drugs to be used by a particular individual or for treating a particular animal, issued by a licensed health professional authorized to prescribe drugs;

    (2) For purposes of sections 4723. See Ohio Code 4729.01

  • state: means the state of Ohio. See Ohio Code 1.59

Prescriptions received electronically or by word of mouth, telephone, telegraph, or other means of communication shall be recorded in writing by the pharmacist and the record so made by the pharmacist shall constitute the original prescription to be filled by the pharmacist. All prescriptions shall be preserved on file at the pharmacy for a period of three years, subject to inspection by the proper officers of the law.

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