Bill > S00013

This bill amends the New York education law to allow pharmacists to dispense veterinary-specific compounded medications to veterinarians under specific conditions. The new provision permits pharmacists to provide drugs, including compounded medications, to licensed veterinarians, who can then possess and stock these medications for administration and sale based on a non-patient specific prescription or order from a licensed veterinary practitioner. An important caveat is that any dispensing of drugs containing opioids or other controlled substances will be subject to limitations determined by the New York Department of Health. This change expands the existing legal framework around pharmaceutical dispensing by creating a clear pathway for veterinarians to obtain specialized medications directly from pharmacists, which could potentially improve access to specific veterinary medical treatments and streamline the medication procurement process for veterinary practices.

Education

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S13