Bill > A05029

This bill amends the New York education law to allow pharmacists to substitute a brand name epinephrine auto-injector with an alternate epinephrine auto-injector under specific conditions. The pharmacist can make this substitution if: the prescriber has not specified that the prescription must be dispensed exactly as written, the alternate auto-injector is available at a lower cost to the patient, the pharmacist has advised the patient or their representative about the alternate option and received their consent, and the pharmacist has provided counseling on how to properly use the alternate device. An epinephrine auto-injector is a medical device used to quickly deliver a dose of epinephrine (adrenaline) during a severe allergic reaction, with the most well-known brand being EpiPen. The bill aims to provide patients with more affordable options for this critical medical device while ensuring patient safety through informed consent and professional guidance. The law would take effect immediately upon passage.

Education

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A5029